Ex-NFL players’ opioid use in early retirement predicts mental health challenges, UF study finds
Nearly 50% of NFL retirees in a UF study who reported using opioids in 2010 were still using them in 2019.
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Study identifies a potential biomarker for decreased brain processing speed in aging
Research could provide a path for more targeted future interventions, such as non-invasive transcranial direct current stimulation.
Doctoral student training program in movement disorders research receives renewal
The program trains doctoral students to become independent researchers in Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, tremor and ataxia.
Leslie Morey named PHHP Alumnus of the Year
Dr. Morey was recognized for leadership in psychology research and education.
T32 predoctoral training program in cognitive aging receives grant renewal
The program trains doctoral students to explore treatments to prevent or slow cognitive aging, mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease.
PHHP employees recognized with Superior Accomplishment Awards
Shelley Heaton, Ph.D., Kevin Jackson, Jessica McLane and Keri Merchant have been named Superior Accomplishment award winners in the Health Science Center division.
Study finds retired NFL players’ thoughts about pain may be more significant than the pain itself
Researchers found that NFL retirees’ thoughts about pain may actually have a bigger impact on their lives than the intensity of their pain.
UF partners with Trualta on new study of family caregiver education program
The study will follow caregivers of a person with dementia or mild cognitive impairment who is having surgery.
UF, University of Arizona explore using near-infrared light to improve brain function of older adults
The Revitalize Study is supported by a $3.8 million grant from the National Institute on Aging.
PHHP names 2019 Outstanding Alumni
They will be honored at a ceremony during the college’s alumni reunion on October 5.
