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Adversity & Resilience Among Older Adults Living with Chronic Pain
Principal Investigator: Venezya Thorsteinson
We are looking for Canadians living with chronic pain who are at least 65 years of age to take part in a study examining the role of adversity and resilience in the experience of pain. As a participant in this study, you will be asked to complete a series of anonymous self-report questionnaires. Your participation will involve 1 session of approximately 20 minutes. In appreciation for your time, you will be entered into a draw for a chance to win 1 of 10 gift cards of $50. To get involved in this study, please follow these steps:
1.) Go to https://uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e3u9ENXWSLtTIUK
2.) Answer a few questions to determine if you are eligible
3.) If you are eligible, you will be asked to complete a series of anonymous self-report questionnaires
For more information about this study, please contact the Aging, Residents, and Caregivers (ARC) Research Unit here. This study has been reviewed, and received approval, through the Research Ethics Board at the University of Regina.
An Examination of the Well-Being Paradox Among Older Adults Living with Chronic Pain
Principal Investigator: Amara Kohlert
This survey is looking to learn more about well-being and chronic pain in adults aged 60 years and older. We hope to better understand the elevated well-being experienced by older adults despite their levels of chronic pain, the impact of certain coping factors, and if age of onset of chronic pain influences levels of well-being. As a participant in this study, you would be asked to complete a series of anonymous self-report questionnaires.
Your participation would involve 1 session of approximately 20 minutes. In appreciation for your time, you will be entered into a draw for a chance to win 1 of 5 Amazon gift cards of $50.
Follow this link to participate in the research study:
For more information about this study, please contact the Aging, Residents, and Caregivers (ARC) Research Unit here. This study has been reviewed, and received approval, through the Research Ethics Board at the University of Regina.
Comparing Resilience and Coping Among Emerging, Early, and Middle Adults
Principal Investigator: Donna Dumitrescu
This survey is looking to learn more about resilience and coping in adults ages 18-64. We hope to better understand the connection between social support and difficult life experiences toward resilience and coping, and if there are any differences between people of different ages. Participants in this study were asked to complete a series of anonymous self-report questionnaires.
The recruitment period has ended for this study. Check back soon to read a summary of the results!
Exploring Intersectional Discrimination Impacts on Muslim Women's Social and Psychological Well-Being
Principal Investigator: Nadine Mounir
We are currently recruiting participants for a study involving Muslim women living in Canada who may be experiencing discrimination. To participate in the study, the participant must identify as a Muslim woman, be at least 18 years of age and reside in Canada. Upon completion of the study, participants will be compensated with a $25 gift card.
Participants who are deemed eligible will be invited to participate in a one-to-one Zoom-based interview. Interviews will only be audio-recorded, and participants will have the choice to keep their camera on or off. Interviews are expected to take between 60 and 90 minutes depending on the depth of the conversation and how much the participant and interviewer talk. In case the interview results in any distress, participants will also be provided with contact information for mental health services. Everything discussed by participants will be kept confidential, so no identifying information such as their name will be publicly used or attached to any quotations or results.
To sign up for the research study:
Please contact Nadine Mounir at Nadine.Ahmed@uregina.ca or at 306-337-3227, or the supervisor Dr. Natasha Gallant here.
This study has been reviewed, and received approval, through the Research Ethics Board at the University of Regina.
Middle-Aged Resiliency and Resistance Study (MARRS): A Quantitative Study on Aging Across the Lifespan
Principal Investigator: Courtney Cameron
We are looking for Canadians who are at least 25 years of age that want to be a part of a study examining the experience of ageism across the adult lifespan.
As a participant in this study, you would be asked to complete a series of anonymous self-report questionnaires.
Your participation would involve 1 session of approximately 60 minutes.
In appreciation for your time, you will be entered into a draw for a chance to win 1 of 10 gift cards of $75.
Follow this link to participate in the research study:
For more information about this study, please contact the Aging, Residents, and Caregivers (ARC) Research Unit here. This study has been reviewed, and received approval, through the Research Ethics Board at the University of Regina.