A window of vulnerability: Impaired fear inhibition in adolescent rats [ 2015 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Rick Richardson (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Kathryn Baker

Brief description Adolescence is a period of increased vulnerability to anxiety disorders. The brain undergoes substantial maturation during adolescence, particularly the prefrontal cortex (PFC), a region critical for inhibiting fear. This project examines why fear inhibition is impaired in adolescents and compares the neural mechanisms mediating treatments that enhance fear reduction in adolescence. This research adds new knowledge about novel approaches for early interventions for adolescent anxiety.

Funding Amount $AUD 335,849.79

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant