CHPS RESEARCH STUDIES

Improving Mental Health in Young Adults

The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of health interventions on depression symptoms in college students between the age of 18-25. We would like to examine if depressive symptoms and a specific protein marker measured in the blood are related and change over time. Further, we would like to understand if changes in depressive symptoms would impact your quality of life. If you meet eligibility criteria, you will be asked to complete two study visits about 10 weeks apart. You will be asked to wear an activity tracker, donate two tubes of blood samples, and complete online surveys on 3 occasions. The research team will be monitoring your sleep patterns and other Fitbit metrics to understand if these variables impact your depression symptoms and quality of life.

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • Participants must be aged 18 to 25
  • Enrolled in classes at the University of Central Florida
  • Insufficiently active for a minimum of 6 months
  • Willing to wear a Fitbit for extended periods of time

Exclusion Qualifications:

You may not participate in this research opportunity if any of the following applies to you:
  • under age 18, under 110 lbs
  • current cognitive therapy or antidepressant medication
  • diagnosis of a serious mental illness (SMI) such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder
  • pregnant or nursing

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UCF IRB#: 00006959
PI: Dr. A'Naja Newsome
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Recruitment End Date:
November 15, 2024
Location:
UCF Student Health Services
4098 Libra Drive
Orlando, FL 32816
Time Commitment:
Number of visits: 2
Expected time per visit: 30 minutes
Compensation:
Type: up to $45 in Amazon gift cards
Point of Contact:
A'Naja Newsome
Associated Units:
Health Sciences
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Short URL: https://chps.ucf.edu/study/21185/

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