NCSU Adult Development Lab

NCSU Adult Development Lab Researchers are conducting a variety of studies that are focused on understanding cognitive functioning-broadly defined-throughout the adult lifespan.

The goals of this research in our lab are to chart normative changes in such functioning associated with aging and to identify the bases for such changes. In our research, we adopt a lifespan perspective and view adult development and aging as multifaceted and multidirectional. One major goal in our work is to document aging-related decrements in functioning. Consistent with the lifespan perspecti

ve, however, we also have interests in understanding how individuals maintain their functioning in the face of declining abilities and in identifying aspects of functioning that may improve with age.

Researchers at NC State University are looking for adults aged 60+ who are concerned about their memory OR have been dia...
05/29/2019

Researchers at NC State University are looking for adults aged 60+ who are concerned about their memory OR have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease or related dementias to serve as paid participants in a research project funded by the National Institutes of Health. The project is focused on identifying factors associated with maintained functioning and well-being. Although treatment will not be provided as a part of this study, findings may inform future treatments. If interested, please call (919) 925-0511 or email [email protected]

Happy Holidays from your friends at the Adult Development Lab!
12/22/2016

Happy Holidays from your friends at the Adult Development Lab!

The Adult Development Lab and their colleagues showed their wolf pack pride at the 2016 GSA Annual Scientific Meeting
11/30/2016

The Adult Development Lab and their colleagues showed their wolf pack pride at the 2016 GSA Annual Scientific Meeting

Throwback Thursday! AAAS...June 2010
10/20/2016

Throwback Thursday! AAAS...June 2010

Many people believe that getting older means losing a mental edge, leading to poor decision-making. But a new study from North Carolina State University shows that when it comes to making intuitive decisions -- using your

Dr. Ennis suggests ways to reduce ageist attitudes.....
10/19/2016

Dr. Ennis suggests ways to reduce ageist attitudes.....

The author suggests ways to reduce ageist attitudes by having younger adults interact with older adults.

PAID RESEARCH VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDResearchers at the NCSU Adult Development Lab are looking for healthy adults between 65-8...
10/14/2016

PAID RESEARCH VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Researchers at the NCSU Adult Development Lab are looking for healthy adults between 65-85 years of age to serve as paid participants in a research project funded by the National Institutes on Health. The project is focused on identifying factors associated with maintained functioning and well-being in adulthood.


If interested, please call 515-9063 or email [email protected]

Fall Semester Fun
10/14/2016

Fall Semester Fun

08/24/2016

NIHSeniorHealth.gov, NIH Senior Health

Research Rising.....
08/17/2016

Research Rising.....

NC State ranks third in North America on a list of 100 institutions that increased contributions to a selection of top academic journals, according to a new report on research “rising stars” conducted by Nature.

Welcome New NCSU Adult Development Lab Members!
08/12/2016

Welcome New NCSU Adult Development Lab Members!

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1033 Wade Avenue
Raleigh, NC
27605

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Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

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