The Early Self-Control Development (SCD Study) and School Readiness Study
The Early Self-Control Development and School Readiness Study is currently seeking families to participate in a study of early childhood self-control! We are studying children’s behavior patterns, cognitive and emotional development, and school readiness. We are also examining family demographics and dynamics as well as parent behavior and personality. Participating families can earn up to $75 in gift cards! We are looking for families with children about to turn 3 years of age.
Participation includes two phases: an online survey portion and a laboratory visit portion. You will complete an online survey where you will be asked to read a list of statements and rate how they apply to you or your child. During the lab visit, we will examine your child’s neural and physiological activity in a noninvasive manner and collect cortisol through saliva samples to examine physiological influences on child self-control. We are currently accepting families interested in participation in both phases. Our goal will be to have children participate in the lab visit within one month of their third birthday. For more detailed information please email us at scdstudy@tamu.edu.
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What type of compensation is offered for my family’s participation in this study?
All families who complete our online survey will be given a $25 gift card for participation in the online phase of the study, and a $50 gift card for participation in the laboratory phase of the study.
What exactly is being researched in this study?
We are studying children’s behavior patterns, cognitive and emotional development, and school readiness. We are also examining family demographics and dynamics as well as parent behavior and personality.
Are any additional incentives offered?
All families who complete our online survey will be given a $25 gift card for participation in the online phase of the study, and a $50 gift card for participation in the laboratory phase of the study.
How do I know if I am eligible to participate?
We are interested in families with a child who is three-years old. If you are unsure of your eligibility, please email us at scdstudy@tamu.edu.
Can my participation and information provided be kept confidential?
We take strict measures to ensure the confidentiality of all our participants’ data. Upon signing up for our study, you will be given a participant number which will be used to identify your family data rather than any personal information. Everything from the questionnaire data will be marked with these family numbers. The only purpose for us keeping your contact information is for invitations to surveys and mailing gift cards. Additionally, if we have your permission to contact you for future studies, we would also use your contact information for this purpose. Everyone in our lab is trained in the protection of human participants and will use discretion when handling any family’s data.
How do I sign up?
Using the contact form above or via email: scdstudy@tamu.edu. After contacting us, you should hear from us via email within a couple of business days.
What if I sign up, and then change my mind?
You may opt out of the study or discontinue participation at any time. You will receive compensation for the parts of the study you did complete ($25 gift card – if you only complete the online phase).