Kent Depression Lab

Webpage for Dr. Jeff Ciesla's Depression Laboratory at Kent State University

Kent Depression Laboratory

Researching Risk for Depressive Disorder

Main Topics of Interest

CVD

Cognitive Vulnerability to Depression

Particularly with respect to ruminative thought

LPH

LGBTQ+ Psychological Health

Examining predictors of depression, anxiety, and substance use.

SD

Sleep and Depression

Investigating the bi-directional relationship between insomnia and depression

SMU

Social Media Use

Exploring risk for depression as a result of excessive social media use

MST

Minority Stress Theory

Testing risk for depression among racial and ethnic minorities.

QM

Quantitative Methods

Utilization of advanced quantitative methods (e.g., HLM, SEM) in psychological research

Dr. Jeff Ciesla

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We are currently revising our website

Graduate Students

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the lab recruiting new graduate students?

Yes! We are recruiting new graduate students for admission in Fall 2024. You can find information on out doctoral program and how to apply here: https://www.kent.edu/psychology/graduate-programs

How can I find a copy of a measure or paper that is not available?

Please contact Dr. Ciesla at [email protected]