Inclusion, Development, and Equity for Appalachians Lab

The IDEA Lab is a faculty-student research lab focused on applying psychological research methods to improve the lives of individuals and families in Appalachia. 

Currently the IDEA lab is interested in: 

• Reviewing our research methods in developmental psychology

• Evaluating ways to intentionally include underrepresented groups in research

• Finding innovative ways to involve Appalachian caregivers and children in research

• Applying intersectionality to developmental psychology, especially in Appalachia

• Applying community-based participatory research (CBPR) principles to developmental psychology

• Understanding the social implications of aging 

• Understanding attitudes on death and dying