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Ana M. Abrantes is a Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at Alpert Medical School of Brown University. Her research focuses on innovative interventions for substance use disorders, including alcohol, nicotine dependence, and cannabis use, with a strong emphasis on digital health tools such as smartphone apps, text messaging, and neurostimulation (tDCS). She also leads groundbreaking work in physical activity promotion for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders, leveraging technology like Fitbit and peer-facilitated approaches.
- Current appointments: Director of Psychology, 2022-, Co-Director of Behavioral Medicine and Addictions Research, 2017-2022
- Key collaborations: Cynthia Battle, Michael Stein, Lisa Uebelacker, Jane Metrik, and Audrey Tyrka
Her research spans ecological momentary assessment (EMA/EMI), exercise physiology, and behavioral therapies, with a focus on women’s health, perinatal psychiatry, and HIV comorbidities. Notably, she has developed the Exercise Sensitivity Questionnaire and conducted trials like PACE-Life and Project MOVE.
Selected scientific honors include the APA Division 50 Young Scholar Award, the Society of Behavioral Medicine Leadership Institute Fellowship, and multiple Education Awards from Brown University. She is actively involved in Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco, Research Society on Alcoholism, and American Psychological Association.
