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Research Interests

• How college students regulate (manage) their emotions and to what extent they use substances for this purpose.
• This lab examines the use of cannabis and alcohol, their simultaneous use, and the consequences of college students' substance use.
• Dr. Brown is also interested in emotional dysregulation, including difficulties identifying and describing emotions.

Student Involvement

• Students may participate in setting up the lab space, performing literature reviews, and other support tasks.
• Long-term research assistants will participate in all aspects of the research process, including presenting at regional or national conferences. 

Recruitment Opportunities

• Dr. Brown will be recruiting rising Sophomores or Juniors for Fall 2026.
• The application will be available from March 23, 2026 to April 20th, 2026.
• Interested students should email Dr. Brown to request an application. 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• First-year and sophomore standing.
• Three-semester commitment.
• Students must have completed or be currently enrolled in PSYC 251 and PSYC 250.
• Conscientious, organized, motivated, intellectually curious, works well with others, strong writer, and computer savvy.
• Interested in clinical psychology, social work, or a related field.

Additional Comments

• Interested students should email Dr. Brown for a brief application.
• Rising sophomores and juniors may apply to join the lab in Spring 2025.
• Applications from rising seniors will not be considered.