Young adults show very high levels of anxiety and depression, both compared to older adults and to young adults of previous generations. This study is trying to find out why! Our idea is that the way young adults are thinking about the social, political, and ecological stressors in their lives could be different from other ages. Therefore, we are trying to find out what this group is thinking and feeling about these stressors. This might allow psychologists to better treat young adults for these symptoms in the future!
This will involve one visit which will last 60-75 minutes. You will meet with a member of the study team and complete an interview about the way you are thinking and feeling about sociopolitical and ecological stressors in the United States since 2020 that feel important to you. Then, you will complete a brief (~5 minute) online questionnaire.
$45 Amazon.com giftcard
Requirements for healthy volunteers are different than for those with a specific condition. If you are interested in becoming a healthy volunteer for this study, use the below categories to determine if you are able to participate.
Community Research Center & Clinic (Finley Clinic)
212 Finley Golf Course Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517, USA
Davie Hall (UNC-Chapel Hill)
235 E Cameron Ave, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
Rachel Petrie
Psychology and Neuroscience
Behavioral or Social
Observational
Environment
Healthy Volunteer or General Population
LGBTQIA+
Mental and Emotional Health
Minority Health
Opinions and Perceptions
Sexual and/or Reproductive Health
Wellness and Lifestyle
Social or Workplace Dynamics
Women's Health
Men's Health
UNC or UNC Health employees
COVID-19
UNC Students (undergrad, grad, professional)
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