COVID-19 Update: In addition to in-person participation, our lab is also currently working with participants via Zoom. You do not have to be physically located in New York; families from all over can participate! We will play a fun 10-15 minute game with children and provide a gift certificate as a thank-you. Please contact us at [email protected] to learn more!
Where is your lab located?
We are located in the Department of Psychology at Columbia University, Schermerhorn Hall, 1190 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10027. Our lab is on the 3rd floor, room 359. Click here for a campus map with our location. For your visit, one of our researchers will greet you in the lobby of Schermerhorn Hall and walk you to our lab. If you get lost, please call us at (212)-853-1406.
Directions via Public Transit: You can reach us by bus (M4, M5, M11, M60, M104) or by subway (No. 1 local). The stop for Columbia on the buses or subway is 116th street. You should NOT use the Nos. 2 or 3 express trains, unless you are transferring at the 96th street station to the local No. 1 train.
Directions to Schermerhorn Hall: Schermerhorn Hall is located in the northeast quadrant of Columbia's Morningside Heights campus, closest to 119th St. & Amsterdam Ave. Click here for a map of campus with walking directions highlighted. If you can not find us, or get lost, do not hesitate to call us at (212)-853-1406 so that we may assist you.
What happens during a typical study?
In most studies, we tell children stories about several characters and then ask children some questions about those characters. When we contact you about a study, we will explain the specific procedure for that particular study. In nearly all studies, parents are welcome to observe their child throughout the entire session; if for some reason this is not possible, we will let you know when we contact you. If you or your child decide to stop participating, you can end the study session at any time.
How will you use my child's data?
Our studies include large samples of children. When we analyze our data, we aggregate results from groups of children (e.g., all children in a particular age group) rather than looking at data from individual participants. In any publication or presentation that results from studies, including our lab newsletter, we only present these aggregate data. We do not disclose personally identifying information about individual participants or families. Because our analysis strategies are geared toward understanding results from groups of participants, the data we collect cannot tell us about your individual child's abilities. However, each year, our lab puts together a newsletter that describes the results from studies we've run over the past 12 months. Newsletters will be posted online once they are available and are a great way for you and your child to learn more about the studies we do!
How long do studies take?
Our studies normally take about 15 minutes. Most appointments are scheduled for 30 minutes, which ensures that we have enough time to go over the consent form with you and answer any questions you or your child may have before we get started.
When are appointments available?
The sessions available vary depending on the study in which your child is participating, the time of year, etc. We will provide some possible times when we contact you about a study and work with you to find a convenient time for your family. Evening and weekend times may be available.
What age groups can participate in studies?
We recruit children of all ages up to 18 years old. Each specific study has a narrower age range (e.g., 4- to 5-year-olds or 8- to 10-year-olds, etc.). We are happy to contact your family when we have a study for your child's age group! You can submit your information using the form on our For Parents page.
Can a sibling come along?
Of course! We may even be able to find a study for the sibling(s) to do. We also normally have research assistants on hand who would be happy to babysit children who are not participating in a study.
What kind of compensation will our family receive?
At the end of the study, children can pick out a toy or other small prize to take home with them. We may also be able to provide a travel reimbursement for parents.
What if I have more questions?
Please feel free to contact us by phone at (212)-853-1406, or by email, [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you!
Where is your lab located?
We are located in the Department of Psychology at Columbia University, Schermerhorn Hall, 1190 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10027. Our lab is on the 3rd floor, room 359. Click here for a campus map with our location. For your visit, one of our researchers will greet you in the lobby of Schermerhorn Hall and walk you to our lab. If you get lost, please call us at (212)-853-1406.
Directions via Public Transit: You can reach us by bus (M4, M5, M11, M60, M104) or by subway (No. 1 local). The stop for Columbia on the buses or subway is 116th street. You should NOT use the Nos. 2 or 3 express trains, unless you are transferring at the 96th street station to the local No. 1 train.
Directions to Schermerhorn Hall: Schermerhorn Hall is located in the northeast quadrant of Columbia's Morningside Heights campus, closest to 119th St. & Amsterdam Ave. Click here for a map of campus with walking directions highlighted. If you can not find us, or get lost, do not hesitate to call us at (212)-853-1406 so that we may assist you.
What happens during a typical study?
In most studies, we tell children stories about several characters and then ask children some questions about those characters. When we contact you about a study, we will explain the specific procedure for that particular study. In nearly all studies, parents are welcome to observe their child throughout the entire session; if for some reason this is not possible, we will let you know when we contact you. If you or your child decide to stop participating, you can end the study session at any time.
How will you use my child's data?
Our studies include large samples of children. When we analyze our data, we aggregate results from groups of children (e.g., all children in a particular age group) rather than looking at data from individual participants. In any publication or presentation that results from studies, including our lab newsletter, we only present these aggregate data. We do not disclose personally identifying information about individual participants or families. Because our analysis strategies are geared toward understanding results from groups of participants, the data we collect cannot tell us about your individual child's abilities. However, each year, our lab puts together a newsletter that describes the results from studies we've run over the past 12 months. Newsletters will be posted online once they are available and are a great way for you and your child to learn more about the studies we do!
How long do studies take?
Our studies normally take about 15 minutes. Most appointments are scheduled for 30 minutes, which ensures that we have enough time to go over the consent form with you and answer any questions you or your child may have before we get started.
When are appointments available?
The sessions available vary depending on the study in which your child is participating, the time of year, etc. We will provide some possible times when we contact you about a study and work with you to find a convenient time for your family. Evening and weekend times may be available.
What age groups can participate in studies?
We recruit children of all ages up to 18 years old. Each specific study has a narrower age range (e.g., 4- to 5-year-olds or 8- to 10-year-olds, etc.). We are happy to contact your family when we have a study for your child's age group! You can submit your information using the form on our For Parents page.
Can a sibling come along?
Of course! We may even be able to find a study for the sibling(s) to do. We also normally have research assistants on hand who would be happy to babysit children who are not participating in a study.
What kind of compensation will our family receive?
At the end of the study, children can pick out a toy or other small prize to take home with them. We may also be able to provide a travel reimbursement for parents.
What if I have more questions?
Please feel free to contact us by phone at (212)-853-1406, or by email, [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you!