27. The impact of Anxiety on balance using the CO2 challenge model
Dr Alexander Taylor

The project investigated the relationship between anxiety and changes in balance.

Volunteers completed a breathing condition with or without extra CO2 for a period of 20 minutes, inducing temporary anxiety symptoms.

Balance control was measured during these breathing conditions. Results showed that anxiety directly impacted balance control in healthy younger adults.

Note: Collaboration with Dan Lowe from Brunel University.

Department of Psychology – Research

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