Project Code
NMH27Ex Karl
Project Type
Dry lab
Research Theme
Neuroscience and Mental Health
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Summary
Many people who experience trauma go on to develop PTSD, and while talking therapies are effective, not everyone fully recovers. We examine whether sleep can be used to improve trauma therapy. When we sleep, the brain naturally strengthens what we have learned during the day. Using a gentle sound played during deep sleep, linked to a therapy session, we aim to help the brain hold on to the progress made in therapy. The student will use wearable sleep technology that assesses the brain activity at home and explore why some people benefit more than others using cutting edge mathematical modelling.
Can the project be completed part time?
Yes
Lead Supervisor
Professor Anke Karl
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University Affiliation
University of Exeter
