1 in 4 children and young people in the UK have a parent with a diagnosis of depression. This project aims to identify the reasons why children with a depressed parent may develop depression themselves (inter-generational transmission). A major limitation of many observational studies is that they fail to utilize research designs that allow the testing of causal effects. This is problematic because only interventions that target causal factors are effective and interventions that target non-causal effects can be ineffective and mean that limited resources are wasted. This PhD project aims to generate new knowledge about the potentially causal processes involved in the inter-generational transmission of depression. It will use a combination of data sets to address this question focusing on research designs that permit causal inference including longitudinal data from a sample of parents with a history of depression and their children, genetically-informed research designs, and a randomized controlled trial design. This information can help inform the development of more effective preventive interventions.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should possess or be about to posses a minimum of an upper second class Honours degree, master's degree, or equivalent in a relevant subject.
Applicants whose first language is not English are normally expected to meet the minimum University requirements (e.g. 6.5 IELTS).
How to apply
This studentship has a start date of April 2022. In order to be considered you must submit a formal application via Cardiff University’s online application service. Please follow this link - Medicine - Study - Cardiff University
When you access the link, there is a box at the top right of the page labelled ‘Apply’, please ensure you select the correct ‘Qualification’ (Doctor of Philosophy), the correct ‘Mode of Study’ (Full Time) and the correct ‘Start Date’ (April 2022). This will take you to the application portal.
In order to be considered candidates must submit the following information:
- Supporting statement
- CV
- Qualification certificates
- References x 2
- Proof of English language (if applicable)
Additional information
Interviews will be held in early February (between 1st and 11th). The studentship will start in April 2022.
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