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Want to participate in one of our studies? Please fill out the form below. We will receive notice of your and we will get back to you with more information about participating in our studies. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you!

Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT WILL MY CHILD BE ASKED TO DO?

Your child's experience will depend on the study they are participating in (see the "Research" tab at the top of the page or click on the brainchild for explanations of each individual study).

HOW LONG DOES THE STUDY TAKE?

Our studies last between 15-25 minutes.

WHAT WILL MY CHILD RECEIVE FOR PARTICIPATING?

Every child receives a $10 Amazon gift card at the end of the study.

MAY I BE PRESENT DURING THE STUDY?

Yes. Parents are allowed to observe the study as long as they do not interfere or help the child in any way.

WHO WILL BE TESTING MY CHILD(REN)?

Kyle or one of our undergraduate research assistants will lead the study. Each researcher has undergone a thorough background check.

WHERE WILL THE TESTING OCCUR?

Many of our studies are conducted in preschools and in our lab. However, we are now conducting new online studies!

WHEN WILL THE TESTING OCCUR?

Our lab is flexible and will work around your schedule. We are available 7 days a week, year-round. If you are interested in participating in a study, please specify the days and times that are you available.

WHO APPROVED THIS RESEARCH?

Our studies have been approved by the Kent State University Institutional Review Board (IRB). If you have any questions about your rights as a research participant, you may call the IRB at 330-672-2704.

WHO SHOULD I CONTACT IF I HAVE OTHER QUESTIONS?

You may contact Dr. William E. Merriman (Phone: 330-672-2059; E-mail: wmerrima@kent.edu)

or

Kyle Henning (khenni11@kent.edu) directly. Or just fill out the form at the top of the page. One of the researchers will contact you as soon as possible.

• LAB ADDRESS
  Department of Psychology
  Kent State University
  186 Kent Hall
  Ph. 330-672-2059
   
• PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
  William Merriman
  Professor of Psychology 
  201 Kent Hall
  Ph. 330-672-2059
  wmerrim@kent.edu