Rutgers University-New Brunswick · PsychologyThe Solitude Study
Nicole M Cain · New Brunswick, New Jersey
Research Focus
Dr. Nicole M. Cain's lab at Rutgers University focuses on understanding the links between social disconnection and suicidal thoughts in older adults. The research aims to explore how negative life events contribute to these thoughts and how certain personal vulnerabilities can influence this relationship. Through various assessments and longitudinal studies, her team seeks to provide insights that can improve suicide risk assessments and develop personalized treatments for older adults experiencing these issues.
suicidal ideationsocial disconnectionelderly mental healthrejection sensitivitynegative life events
Research Aims
2AIM 01Investigate rejection sensitivity as a moderator of social disconnection and suicidal ideation in older adults.
AIM 02Examine social disconnection as a mediator between negative life events and suicidal thoughts in late life.
Skills the Lab Values
ecological momentary assessment (EMA)interviewslongitudinal study designdata collectionbehavioral assessment
Output against the department
Publications97bottom 25% of dept.223rd of 296
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Citations3.9kbottom 36% of dept.188th of 296
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