The National Honor Society in Psychology

Whitney Brown

Substance Use and Regulation of Emotion (SURE) Lab

Research Interests

  • How college students manage their emotions and to what extent they use substances for this purpose.
  • This lab examines the use of cannabis and alcohol, their simultaneous use, and the consequences of college students’ substance use.
  • Dr. Brown is also interested in emotional dysregulation, including difficulties identifying and describing emotions.

Student Involvement

  • Students may help set up the lab space, conduct literature reviews, and perform other support tasks.
  • Long-term research assistants will participate in all aspects of the research process, including presenting at regional or national conferences. 

Recruitment Opportunities

  • Dr. Brown will be recruiting 3 research assistants in Spring 2027.
  • The application will be available following Spring Break in March 2027 and will remain open through April 20th, 2027.
  • Interested students should email Dr. Brown to request an application. 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

  • First-year and sophomore standing.
  • Three-semester commitment.
  • Students must have completed or be currently enrolled in PSYC 251 and PSYC 250.
  • Preferred skills for the lab:
    • Conscientious
    • Organized
    • Motivated
    • Intellectually curious
    • Works well with others
    • Strong writer
    • Computer savvy.
  • Interested in clinical psychology, social work, or a related field.

Additional Comments

  • Interested students should email Dr. Brown for a brief application.
  • Rising sophomores and juniors may apply to join the lab in Spring 2025.
  • Applications from rising seniors will not be considered.

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