A Brain-Based Measure of Anxiety Sensitivity: Validation of a Novel Intermediate Phenotype with Psychophysiologically-Informed Neuroimaging [ 2012 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Benjamin Harrison (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Alexander Fornito ,  A/Pr Christopher Davey ,  A/Pr Sarah Whittle ,  Dr Jesus Pujol
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Brief description Excessive anxiety is disabling, such that people who suffer from a clinical anxiety disorder are often crippled by overwhelming emotional and physical symptoms. We will use sophisticated brain imaging technology to understand how certain brain areas produce feelings of anxiety, including a common fear of arousal related bodily sensations. This work is expected to enhance our basic understanding of the brain basis of anxiety symptoms and may inform new treatment options with biological rationale.

Funding Amount $AUD 271,930.55

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant