How much time is required?

Participation in the family study lasts for approximately 2-3 hours.

How much will I be compensated for my participation?

Family study participants receive $40.00 total (per family) to cover the costs of transportation and time commitment. Of this amount, parent receives $10 and the teen receives $30.

What about confidentiality?

The CAIP lab takes confidentiality very seriously.  Our team will make every effort to protect the rights and personal information of all participants.  We also take strict precautions in protecting your data and making sure that it is kept secure.  First, all subjects are identified solely by a unique ID #, and your name and private information is NOT tied to or recorded along with this number in any instance.  Secondly, all data materials are stored in password protected computers to which only members of the staff have access.  Furthermore, all electronics and paper data is kept under lock and key.  Also, the computer in which we save video and audio data is not connected to the internet.  Lastly, all doors in the CAIP lab are locked every day and protected by a state-of-the art security alarm system.  Only CAIP research assistants and other authorized individuals have access to data and video and audio material.  Our staff is highly trained and knowledgeable of our confidentiality protections.  Your identity and that of your child will not be revealed in any publication or presentation of the results of this research.  Furthermore, once the study is completed, the data and videotapes will be stored in a secure location for future research purposes.  Participation in any of our studies is completely voluntary.  All participants have the right to change their mind and opt to cease participation in the study at any time.

When can I visit?

The CAIP lab is very flexible with scheduling your visit.  We offer appointments all throughout the week at all times of the day as well as weekend morning and afternoon appointments.  We will try to the best of our ability to accommodate to your and your child's availability. 


How do I get to CAIP?

Please visit our Directions Page for maps and detailed directions on how to get to CAIP.  Here you will also find detailed parking instructions.  If your appointment is before 4:00 pm, we advise parking in a pay lot and pay at the pay station before your appointment.  If your appointment is after 4:00 pm, we suggest parking in the Regents Parking Garage (FREE).  Parking is FREE in a variety of locations on campus on weekdays after 4:00 pm as well as all hours of the weekends.  Please pay close attention to special sporting event restrictions and reserved parking rules. 


What should I bring?

The only information you should bring is your and your child's social security information.  The CAIP lab will provide any materials you will need during your visit.  Please feel free to bring bottled water, especially if you are participating in the teen shyness study.  We will ask you to put any liquids away when you are working on the computers. 


I have other children, can I bring them?

We would prefer that you not bring other children so that our team can work with you and your undivided attention.  However, if you are unable to make other arrangements and must bring other children, we will try to accommodate them and have a research assistant watch them.  If you know in advance that you plan to bring other children, please give us several days advance notice (call our Project Coordinator at 301-405-4264).


What should I do if I have to cancel an appointment?

If you must cancel your appointment with CAIP please contact our Project Coordinator, Anna Swan at 301-405-4264, as soon as possible.  We would be happy to reschedule your appointment at a time that works better for you and your child.