UNCG Physical Activity and Cognition Lab

01/28/2025

If you’ve ever considered joining a research study but weren’t sure whether it’s the right choice, here are 7 compelling reasons to dive in.
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PAC Lab Article Written By Brittany Armstrong Research studies play a critical role in advancing science and improving lives. Yet, many people are unaware of how impactful their participation can be or why they should get involved. If you’ve ever considered joining a research study but weren’t s...

01/27/2025

08/09/2024

Managing stress effectively is crucial for maintaining our well-being. Check out our article about research on strategies for stress management.
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PAC Lab Article Written By Brittany Armstrong Managing stress effectively is crucial for maintaining our well-being. Various strategies have been developed for stress management, including mindfulness practices, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and technology-based interventions. These approaches...

03/21/2024

Happy spring! 🌸 Venturing outdoors offers an abundance of benefits for both physical and mental health. 🌺 Learn more by reading our newest article. 🌼

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PAC Lab Article Written By Kylie Kayser Tuesday, March 19th marks the first day of spring and temperatures are warming. Venturing outdoors to breath the fresh air and feel the natural sunlight offers an abundance of benefits for both physical and mental health, particularly as we age. Here are five....

03/12/2024

Sleep plays a vital role in supporting overall well-being. Our recent article provides 5 tips for promoting quality sleep...
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PAC Lab Article Written By Brittany Armstrong Quality sleep is a fundamental component of a healthy and fulfilling life, especially as we age. Sleep plays a vital role in supporting overall well-being, especially brain health. During the different sleep stages, the brain processes and stores informa...

02/19/2024

Kylie Kayser is a Research Assistant in the PAC Lab. She leads cognitive testing and assists with exercise and MRI assessments. Kylie is currently working on her master's degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in sport and exercise psychology. In her free time, Kylie enjoys playing tennis, hiking, traveling, and spending time with loved ones...
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02/16/2024

Enrollment for the PAAD2 Study is complete. We will continue sharing our progress and findings on this page, but we also want to share more healthy aging research and reach more participants! Follow along as we transform Dr Etnier's PAAD2 Study page into a page that shares about her entire Physical Activity and Cognition Lab!

02/14/2024

Congratulations to UNCG Kinesiology Chair Dr. Jenny Etnier, who was selected as a 2024 Fellow with the International Society of Sport Psychology! Members are selected for their long-standing, continuous, and significant involvement in and contribution to the ISSP and the field of sport psychology worldwide, by committing directly to the goals and long-range activities of ISSP. We're glad to have her as a part of HHS and leading our Department of Kinesiology.

11/28/2023

The holidays can be a wonderful opportunity for heartfelt connections and creating new, meaningful memories. We hope you find [go.uncg.edu/paad2-enjoyingtheholidays] full of helpful information to make this time enjoyable for everyone...
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10/11/2023

We had a great time celebrating PAAD2's commitment to ending Alzheimer's disease at the 2023 Guilford County Walk to End Alzheimer’s!..
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09/12/2023

PAAD2 Team Member, Sam DuBois, was taken on a journey into the world of someone living with dementia during a Virtual Dementia Tour led by Abbotswood at Irving Park. Read about her experience at [go.uncg.edu/paad2-VDT]...
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