Jennifer Merrill
@JenMerrillPhD
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Alcohol researcher at Brown University, clinical psychologist, adventure seeker, non-crazy cat lady
Providence, RI
Joined August 2019
Many adults enjoying a drink to relax, but Professor @JenMerrillPhD says alcohol's link to #anxiety is clear. "People who are prone to anxiety should avoid heavy drinking...even if alcohol seems to alleviate anxiety in the short term." @BrownCAAS @nytimes
nytimes.com
We asked experts if drinking can lead to a spike in anxiety — and what you can do about it.
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And now onward to the RCT phase!
Very excited to see the first paper from @JenMerrillPhD R34 in ACER 🎉 It’s been so much fun working on project Alcohol Feedback, Reflection, and Morning Evaluation (A‐FRAME)! #AcademicX #AcademicChatter
https://t.co/Tm2yZ4MC46
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🚨‼️Applying to graduate school in #psychology? Check out our Google Drive with prerecorded workshops, example statements, email templates, and additional resources including @PsychinOut free mentorship program and information for international students!
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CAPR is hosting a research symposium on alcohol and social media on Monday 3rd June. Speakers include @BenCRiordan, @JenMerrillPhD, @wardrm1 and @obrienpl1. Click the link below for more details. https://t.co/mCOW9HnRhF
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Experts from Australia and US discuss the significance of alcohol-related posts on social media and their impact on young people.
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(1/5) Congratulations to the finalists for the 2024 Enoch Gordis Research Recognition Awards! Student finalists will present on their work on Sunday 6/23 at the RSA annual meeting. Posters with their work will be on display throughout the meeting.
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@JenMerrillPhD presenting on day-level associations between pregaming and hazardous drinking in a sample of young adults #CPA2024
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Honored to have the opportunity to present data from @JenMerrillPhD’s R34 at #CPA2024 @apadivision50 with @annefernanPhD @autumnrae_phd @DrLaraCoughlin #AcademicTwitter
So glad I got to see @RosePetersonPhD give an amazing symposium talk at #CPA2024. I’m grateful that the grad school gods brought us together and our paths have kept us in New England. So proud of you ⭐️
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"Feeling in control in sexual situations: Associations with alcohol and alcohol protective behaviors" by Roselyn Peterson from Brown University. @RosePetersonPhD @BrownCAAS #CPA2024 #AddictionPosters2024
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Characterizing Alcohol Consumption and Positive and Negative Consequences During Simultaneous Alcohol and Cannabis Use Events (new in @JSADjournal) @KristieJRutgers @BrownCAAS @kbcarey101 @Brown_SPH @JenMerrillPhD @Rutgers_CAS @RutgersARC
https://t.co/EQE4Xvw3XM
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https://t.co/424GHpZKQK New article in @jmirpub lead by @LMOrchowski & @JenMerrillPhD! We present primary and secondary outcomes from an RPT examining the efficacy of an integrated alcohol use and sexual assault perpetration prevention program for heavy drinking college men.
formative.jmir.org
Background: Sexual assault is prevalent on college campuses and most commonly is perpetrated by men. Problematically, there is a dearth of evidence-based prevention programs targeting men as perpet...
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So excited to take on this role for my favorite journal!
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I’ll be co-hosting a webinar on this great opportunity for students and postdocs to get recognized by our alcohol research community. Register to learn more!
Interested in applying for RSA's Enoch Gordis Research Recognition Award? Winners get a cash prize! Join us via Zoom to learn more about the application and selection process! Register here: https://t.co/ApO8VahEUv
@RSAposts @RSOADiversity
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Please share the word! Recruiting college students in RI and MA!
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Please share widely!!! We are hosting a series of virtual open houses for our MS and PhD programs in Public Health Sciences. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn more! #AcademicTwitter #PublicHealth #phdlife #thisispublichealth #unthsc
https://t.co/BUvP8GAq3j
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Join our virtual open houses for MS and PhD programs. Get a glimpse into our world-class faculty, cutting-edge research, & academic community
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But does your MPI double as your MOH? 🥰 Being able to say “love you” at the end of a convo about a grant ready to go in is everything. @eraston_phd
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New online: A #qualitative analysis of #adolescents' perspectives on peer and #influencer #alcohol-related posts on #socialmedia
@erinkcorcoran @JenMerrillPhD @Mel_Pielech_PhD @AmyHEgbert @ShimeiNelapati @joygabrielli @suzanne_colby
https://t.co/yzqnEY3L3r
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Introduction Adolescent exposure to alcohol-related content on social media is common and associated with alcohol use and perceived norms; however, little is known about how exposure differs by the...
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🚨 Results of my first NIH grant are in— with harm reduction for the win!! CBT for insomnia improves sleep during alcohol treatment and may reduce alcohol-related harm! @JenMerrillPhD @JaneMetrik @ChristinaMccrae @kbcarey101 @rwcarpenterphd
https://t.co/C4umUULO4v
jamanetwork.com
This randomized clinical trial assesses the efficacy of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia in veterans receiving treatment for alcohol use disorder.
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I know it’s a lot to ask but…does anyone have a K24 application they would be willing to share as an example? I only have one from the late 1900s
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