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POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP - Human Alcohol Research

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Postdoctoral Fellowships in Human Alcohol Research
Department of Psychiatry
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP - Human Alcohol Research
The Neurobehavioral Research Laboratory and Clinic (NRLC) is seeking a motivated individual to join our research team that focus on the effects of alcohol administration and serotonin manipulations on impulsive behavior among adults. An exemplary research background in behavioral sciences, clinical psychology, or other relevant area is required. Preference will be given to those with interests in developing alcohol-related research in human populations. Current NIH funding includes examination of the biological influences on behaviors among healthy adults with alcohol consumption patterns ranging from social drinking to binge and chronic heavy drinking. The NRLC offers training in the areas of behavioral pharmacology (Dr. Donald Dougherty), psychophysiology (Dr. Charles Mathias), neuroimaging (Dr. Ashley Acheson), clinical sciences (Drs. Stacy Ryan and Rene Olvera), and molecular biology (Dr. Nathalie Hill-Kapturczak). The fellow will be provided active mentoring and will develop a wide variety of skills and knowledge, including extensive opportunities for engaging in manuscript and grant writing. Responsibilities include study coordination and supervision of study personnel; participant recruitment, screening, and psychological testing; data management and statistical analyses; and manuscript/grant preparations. Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline. Multiple-year appointments are available and dependent on satisfactory performance. Candidates should submit their curriculum vitae, a letter outlining interests and career goals, and representative reprints (pdf files) of publications to: Dr. Donald M. Dougherty, Department of Psychiatry, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, MC 7793, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX 78229-3900. UTHSCSA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All postdoctoral appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.

I want it now

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT

I want it now! Neural correlates of hypersensitivity to immediate reward in Hypomania
Mason, L., O'Sullivan, N., Blackburn, M., Bentall, R., El-Deredy, W. (2012).
Biological Psychiatry, 71, 530-537.
PubMed ID 22104291

Investigation of impulsivity in a sample of treatment-seeking pathological gamblers

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Investigation of impulsivity in a sample of treatment-seeking pathological gamblers: A multidimensional perspective.
Billieux J, Lagrange G, Van der Linden M, Lançon C, Adida M, Jeanningros R. (in press).
Psychiatry Research.
PubMed ID 22421073

Effects of cumulative stress and impulsivity on smoking status

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Effects of cumulative stress and impulsivity on smoking status.
Ansell EB, Gu P, Tuit K, Sinha R (2012).
Human Psychopharmacology, 27, 200-208.
PubMed ID 22389084

Reversal learning as a measure of impulsive and compulsive behavior in addictions.

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT

Reversal learning as a measure of impulsive and compulsive behavior in addictions.
Izquierdo A, Jentsch JD. (2012).
Psychopharmacology (Berl), 219, 607-620. PubMed

Society of Biological Psychiatry - 69th Annual Scientific Meeting

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMT

The 69th annual scientific meeting of the Society of Biological Psychiatry is planned May 8-10, 2014.

Location: Hilton New York.

Recent news headlines discussing issues related to impulsivity

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 06:00:00 GMT

Recent news headlines discussing issues related to impulsivity. News items cited here do not reflect the views of International Society for Research on Impulsivity, but are presented to reflect some of the ways this construct is presented in the media and/or discussed by the lay audience.

Meditation Helps Kids Chill Out - ABC News
Impulsivity Raises Alcoholism Risk - ABC News
Impulsivity And Access To Means Drive Rising U.S. Suicide Rate - NPR
Impulisivity invades shopping sprees - TheDailyCougar.com
Trait Impulsivity linked to smoking initiation - News Medical
7 secrets retailers don't want you to know - Yahoo! Finanace
Teen Impulsiveness has different sources in ADHD & Substance Use - US News Health
Coffee may cause high achievers to slack off - R&D Magazine
Internet addiction linked to drug abuse - ABC Medical Unit
Decisions, decisions...Dopamine? - Capital City Weekly
Problem gambling linked to impulsivity – United Press International
Missouri swimmer’s suicide might draw attention to disorder – Columbia Daily Tribune
Teenagers with alcoholic parents more likely to have impulsive and addictive personalities - Mail Online
Impulsive kids may play more video games - American Psychological Association