frequenTLy asked Questions
How many times do I have to participate?
At any one time, we have a variety of ongoing studies. Most studies only require one visit; however, depending on your interest, we may contact you for other future studies.
How long does participation take?
Typically, the experiment will take 5-10 minutes. This is preceded by 2-5 minutes of practice or training, and several minutes to fill out the necessary paperwork. The entire session is usually about 20 minutes in total.
What will my child have to do during a session?
There are many possibilities, depending on the child’s age, but some common tasks include: looking at pictures on a screen or saying the names of objects.
When do you schedule sessions?
We’re able to accommodate almost any schedule, with enough advance notice – 9:00am to 5:00pm, 7 days a week. Let us know when would be most convenient for you to come to the lab!
Can I bring my other children to the lab?
Yes! If needed, there are other experienced researchers on hand to take care of any children who aren’t participating, and a well-stocked play area with books and toys.
Will I learn about my child’s development compared to other children?
Our research is focused on the general tendencies of children as a group, and all the data we collect is combined into a large pool, so we do not calculate individual performances. We can direct you to the appropriate resources if you would like a professional clinical evaluation.
If you have any questions not covered here, or if you would like further details about any aspect of our research, please email us at [email protected].
At any one time, we have a variety of ongoing studies. Most studies only require one visit; however, depending on your interest, we may contact you for other future studies.
How long does participation take?
Typically, the experiment will take 5-10 minutes. This is preceded by 2-5 minutes of practice or training, and several minutes to fill out the necessary paperwork. The entire session is usually about 20 minutes in total.
What will my child have to do during a session?
There are many possibilities, depending on the child’s age, but some common tasks include: looking at pictures on a screen or saying the names of objects.
When do you schedule sessions?
We’re able to accommodate almost any schedule, with enough advance notice – 9:00am to 5:00pm, 7 days a week. Let us know when would be most convenient for you to come to the lab!
Can I bring my other children to the lab?
Yes! If needed, there are other experienced researchers on hand to take care of any children who aren’t participating, and a well-stocked play area with books and toys.
Will I learn about my child’s development compared to other children?
Our research is focused on the general tendencies of children as a group, and all the data we collect is combined into a large pool, so we do not calculate individual performances. We can direct you to the appropriate resources if you would like a professional clinical evaluation.
If you have any questions not covered here, or if you would like further details about any aspect of our research, please email us at [email protected].