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Research Projects
Would you like to help us learn more about families like yours and how to help them thrive? The projects listed below are looking for people to help. Look through the project descriptions to see if you or your family members may be eligible. You can also reach out to Heidi at (574) 631-0952 or hmiller1@nd.edu.
Veldman Family Psychology Clinic
To learn more about the clinical services offered at the Veldman Family Psychology Clinic, call (574) 631-0954 or visit the Veldman Clinic website.
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Vivimos Unidos Study
Who Participates?
Mexican-origin families with two adolescents between 12 and 18 years oldWhat's Involved
We are recruiting participants to complete a survey.
Contact
- South Bend
- 574-631-8652
- Dennise Aguilar; VivimosUnidosND@gmail.com
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The Pregnant Moms' Empowerment Program
Who Participates?
Women are eligible to participate if they: 1) Are currently pregnant (between 10-30 weeks); 2) Are 16 years of age or older; 3) Have experienced conflict with a partner in the past 12 months; AND 4) Are fluent in English.What's Involved
Participants complete 4 interviews over the course of their time in the study, two during pregnancy and 2 postpartum (3.5 months and 1-year). Each interview lasts between 1.5 and 3.5 hours. All of the women in the study will also participate in a 5 session support group program. Participants receive $30-$50 in compensation for each completed study interview, and women attending group sessions receive an infant care item plus 2 BABE Store coupons at each session. Transportation and childcare are provided at no cost.
Contact
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BEAM Study
Who Participates?
Mother and their young children (child age 12 - 19 months)What's Involved
Mother and children will complete some fun activities together when they are in lab. Participation will take 4-5 hours in total, and you will be compensated $100 and your child will receive a small toy.
Contact
- South Bend
- 574-213-3791
- pal-lab@nd.edu
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NEST Study
What's Involved
Our NEST project offers a free prenatal course focused on newborn care and self-care to support the transition to parenthood. The course is provided at no cost, and participants receive compensated for completing two surveys - one during the class and one at home after the baby is born.
Contact
- South Bend
- 574-634-0264
- pal-lab@nd.edu
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Prenatal Care Experiences Study
Who Participates?
People who are pregnant or had a baby in the past 2 yearsWhat's Involved
We are currently conducting a study on patient-provider communication during prenatal care.
We're interested in hearing your perspective and understanding how trust between patients and providers is built. If you're interested, you can take short, online survey (about 20 minutes) and receive a $10 gift card. You'll also have the option to participate in an interview to share more about your experiences and receive an additional $15.
Contact
- South Bend
- ppcnotredame@gmail.com
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Reducing the Effects of Stress on Family Life (Project RESTFuL)
Who Participates?
Mothers and fathers who are married or living together, over the age of 18, reside in St. Joseph county, have a 2 – 6 year old child, and are English-speaking are eligible to participate as a couple. In order to be eligible, both parents (father and motheContact
- South Bend
- shoegler@nd.edu
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Strong Roots
Who Participates?
One parent or caregiver with one or two children between the ages of 6 and 12.What's Involved
Parents will complete an online survey answering questions about themself, their children, and their community. Additionally, one parent and the kids will visit our lab in Corbett Family hall on Notre Dame's campus for roughly 2-4 hours to complete interviews and family tasks. Visit length will depend on the number of children attenting the visit, how long they take to complete their tasks, and survey completion. If the parent completes teh online surverys beforehand, the visit to our labe will be a little shorter. Families can earn up to $120 for participating with one child and $160 for participating with two children.
Click here for more information.
Contact
- South Bend
- 574-631-2971
- carelab@nd.edu
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The Happy Family Project
Who Participates?
Eligible families include two adults who communicate regularly and share caregiving responsibilities for a participating child between 4 and 17 years old.What's Involved
Participants will answer online survey questions, participate in Zoom visits with members of the project team, and receive information to review on their own. Participation occurs over the course of one year, with the majority of active participation occurring over the course of approximately four weeks, followed by one session occurring 12 months later.
Contact
- South Bend
- happyfam@nd.edu
- Fort Wayne
- happyfam@nd.edu
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TREAT Study
Who Participates?
Families with an autistic and/or non-autistic child ages 3-5 years-old.What's Involved
The TREAT study is a paid research study for children ages 3-5 years old, both neurotypical and neurodivergent. Your child will do play-based activities and complete a developmental assessment. Autistic children will additionally complete an autism assessment. Families interested in an autism evaluation for their 3-5-year-old can receive an evaluation through the study. All families receive $15/hour and may request a clinical report from the licensed psychologist.
Call or text 574-501-3275, Email brainlab@nd.edu
Click the link below to request more information!
https://redcap.uits.iu.edu/
surveys/?s=3TTKT38M79ET98RY Contact
- South Bend
- 574-501-3275
- brainlab@nd.edu