Participate In Research
If you're interested in any of the studies below, please call the lab at (202) 885-1792 or email us at bphp@american.edu.
Smokers Wanted For Paid Participation in Research
The Behavioral Pharmacology & Health Promotion Laboratory at American University
is recruiting smokers to participate in a research study
examining the effects of cigarette smoking on behavior.
Participation involves attending 2 lab visits that will take approximately 90 minutes total. During this time, you will complete questionnaires and tasks on the computer.
You will receive up to $20 OR 2.0 research credits.
Problematic Use of Energy Drinks
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE: Adolescents who have felt sick or unpleasant after problematic use of energy drinks.
STUDY REQUIREMENTS: 30-45 minute interview with the adolescent (parent consent if < 18 years old) and 30-45 minute interview with the parent (if applicable)
COMPENSATION:
Each interviewee will be paid $25 for the interview (parent/guardian and adolescent
will be paid separately). An additional payment of $25 will be given to the
parent/guardian or adolescent - if over 18 - who signs and returns the release
of information form for medical records.
Daily Habits Survey
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE: ANY 11-24 year old in the United States
STUDY REQUIREMENTS: 20-30 minute Online Survey and Parent Consent if < 18 years old
COMPENSATION:
There will be a drawing after the first 100 people participate. There is an
iPOD nano and five $20 gift cards for iTUNES so about 1 in 17 people will win
a prize.