Aging Research Colloquium Series (ARCS)

The CSU community, general public, and individuals who work in professions that serve older adults and their families are invited to learn about some of the latest research work conducted at CSU and other universities in the nation at a monthly seminar series. The Aging Research Colloquium Series (ARCS) features cutting-edge research in aging from a multidisciplinary perspective.

The overall goal of ARCS is to help people gain a better understanding of the complexities of the human aging process, including the potential for well aging as well as the limitations that may be set by illness and unfavorable living conditions.

The Aging Research Colloquium Series is organized by the Colorado State University Center on Aging in the College of Applied Human Sciences.

When: Usually the second Monday of each month from 12:00 – 1:00 pm (you are welcome to bring a lunch).

March 9: “Vida Tranquila II: A cognitive behavioral intervention for older Latino primary care patients with generalized anxiety disorder.” Dr. Louise Quijano, Assistant Professor, School of Social Work, Colorado State University.
213-215 Lory Student Center.

This presentation describes a study that was designed to determine the efficacy of a cognitive-behavioral treatment (CBT) intervention for older Spanish-speaking Latino primary care patients with generalized anxiety disorder. The study takes place in a federally qualified health clinic (FQHC) in Greeley, Colorado, and uses bilingual and bicultural master of social work students to implement the program. The social work students are trained to deliver a culturally and linguistically adapted CBT intervention designed for older primary care patients. Additionally, students are trained to work in an integrated behavioral health and primary care setting. Outcomes will focus on comparing baseline anxiety scores with 3 months and 6 month scores.

Upcoming Programs:

April 13: “Brain responses to emotional stimuli: Effects of age and voluntary cognitive control.” Dr. Michael Kisley, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs.
211E Lory Student Center.

April 27: “Exercise and sex hormone regulation of vascular aging.” Dr. Kerrie Moreau, Assistant Professor, Division of Geriatrics, University of Colorado-Denver. Please note room change to 101 Gifford Hall.

For more information please contact:
Dr. Benjamin Miller, Department of Health and Exercise Science (bfmiller@cahs.colostate.edu), or Dr. Manfred Diehl, Director Center on Aging (mdiehl@cahs.colostate.edu).

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Contact:  Manfred Diehl
Email:  Manfred.Diehl@colostate.edu