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ADHD Symptomology and Variability in Momentary Cognition Among Young Adults
Ph.D. Dissertation Project (Ongoing)
This study utilizes an Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) protocol to assess whether higher symptoms of ADHD are linked to greater intraindividual variability in their daily cognitive performance.
A greater level of intraindividual variation in executive functioning (EF) has been observed in individuals with ADHD, however very few studies have assessed this variability longitudinally.
The protocol involves a baseline lab assessment in concordance with an EMA protocol completed on participant smartphones.
Understanding the variability in cognitive functioning experienced by individuals with higher ADHD symptoms may be vital for clinical interventions or guidelines.
This study aims to examine variability in EF as a function of experiential and dispositional factors and daily activities.
Primary Role and Responsibilities
Lead recruitment and data collection at Virginia Tech
Coordinate data management and processing
Supervise undergraduate research assistants
Water Intake Weight Control in Middle and Older Adults
This study is a randomized controlled clinical trial utilizing increased hydration as an intervention for weight loss and weight maintenance.
Primary Role and Responsibilities
Lead data management; designed and implemented data entry and quality control protocols
Conduct Executive Function tasks
Manage and train undergraduate students in data processing workflows
Role of the Locus Coeruleus in Age-Related Distractibility
This study investigates attentional performance in younger and older adults by assessing functional connectivity between the locus coeruleus and the salience network.
Primary Role and Responsibilities
Support participant recruitment efforts
Assist with behavioral visits and MRI scanning sessions
Consolidate and streamline data collection protocols
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