Can a partner's presence calm your brain? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT05558527

First seen Apr 14, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study looks at how having social support (like a romantic partner) changes how alert and stressed we feel when facing possible threats. Researchers will use eye tracking to measure vigilance and arousal in 45 adults in stable relationships. The goal is to understand how past trauma and discrimination may affect these responses.

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Locations

  • University of Nevada, Reno

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    Reno, Nevada, 89557, United States

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Emotional Regulation Historical Trauma Psychological Trauma Racism

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