Florida State University · PsychologyCognitive Health and Anxiety Research Lab
Norman Brad Schmidt · Tallahassee, Florida
Research Focus
Dr. Norman Brad Schmidt's lab focuses on understanding and addressing anxiety in individuals with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease, as well as their caregivers. The lab is currently conducting a randomized clinical trial to evaluate a brief cognitive-behavioral intervention aimed at reducing anxiety symptoms and improving quality of life for both patients and their care partners. By developing more efficient treatment strategies, the research aims to provide accessible support for those dealing with anxiety in the context of cognitive decline.
Mild Cognitive ImpairmentAlzheimer's DiseaseAnxietyCaregiversCognitive-Behavioral TherapyInterventionMental HealthClinical TrialsPublic Health
Research Aims
4AIM 01Conduct a randomized clinical trial to assess the effects of a brief intervention on anxiety in MCI and Alzheimer's disease patients.
AIM 02Evaluate the impact of caregiver involvement on the efficacy of anxiety reduction strategies.
AIM 03Investigate the relationship between anxiety sensitivity and cognitive decline.
AIM 04Provide an accessible treatment option for anxiety in neurodegenerative conditions.
Skills the Lab Values
Randomized Clinical TrialsCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Interoceptive ExposurePsychoeducationQualitative Research MethodsData AnalysisParticipant RecruitmentPsychometric AssessmentPatient-Centered Care
Output against the department
Publications660top 4% of dept.11th of 296
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Citations29ktop 8% of dept.24th of 296
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