Psych: Participation in research
We are always looking for all kinds of people to help us with our research. Here are some of our current research projects for which we need participants.
Are you interested?
Do adults with a history of non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) differ in terms of cognitive processing to adults with a history of NSSI?
This PhD research study is seeking to investigate whether adults with a history of NSSI can be differentiated on the basis of their cognitive processing to those without such a history.
The study is seeking participants aged between 18 and 30 years of age who either have a history of NSSI or do not. It is being conducted by Eric Van den Bossche in the School of Psychology and Psychiatry.
The study procedure involves completing a number of psychological questionnaires pertaining to depression, stress, anxiety, impulsivity, history of self-injury, and drug and alcohol use as well as computer-based tasks that measure aspects of memory, attention and decision making. The procedure takes approximately 90 minutes to complete and is being conducted at the Monash Clayton campus.
All participants will be placed in a draw to win one of four gold double movie tickets and performance on one of the computer tasks can lead to wining up to $20 in cash.
If you are interested in taking part in the study or would like further information about it contact Eric via e-mail: eric.vandenbossche@monash.edu
Human Ethics Approval Ref No: 2010000559
Posted: 8 February, 2012
Can dogs use a mirror to find hidden food?
We want to know if dogs can use a mirror as a problem-solving tool. Can they use a mirror to find a hidden treat?
We are looking for dogs that are at least 18 months old with owners who are willing to come in to Monash University, Clayton, with their dog for approximately 30 to 60 minutes. The dog should be able to sit on the owner’s command. During this time, we will examine whether dogs understand the nature of a reflection.
If you are interested in participating in this study, please contact Tiffani Howell at Tiffani.Howell@monash.edu to organise a time to come in.
Posted: 21 September, 2011
Can pet ownership tell us anything about ourselves?
Can pet ownership tell us anything about ourselves? Do certain personality traits predict the type of pets we own and how we behave towards them? At the SPP Animal Welfare Science Center, we are trying to find out what people think about companion animal ownership and to figure out ways to improve the welfare of cats and dogs.
This work follows a series of projects with the Soi Dog Foundation that suggest the potential relevance of cultural factors in predicting attitudes towards pet ownership behaviours, such as sterilisation. While concerns about animal welfare appear to be universal (Coleman, 2008), the manner in which those attitudes translate into action may be influenced by local beliefs and values. By exploring this in detail, we hope to use this information to inform western implementation of animal welfare management and educational programs in a way that is culturally sensitive and capacity building.
We are looking for pet owners AND non-owners aged 18 and over who are fluent in English. Please consider completing our survey at: http://www.surveymethods.com/EndUser.aspx?AE8AE6FCAAEDFFFFA4
Dr Samia Toukhsati
Posted 2 March 2011
Lighting up the Night Shift
Do you regularly work night shifts? [pdf, 136kb]
Monash University is looking for male and female night shift workers to participate in a research project to trial a non-pharmacological treatment for fatigue and sleepiness. The aim of this research is to investigate the effectiveness of a light intervention in alleviating fatigue and sleepiness during a simulated night-shift.
You may be eligible if you:
- are aged between 18 and 65 years(inclusive);
- work at least 5 nights per month; and
- work at least 2 nights in a row.
What will the project involve?
- may involve a health check;
- monitoring of your sleep-wake behaviour (by completing a sleep diary and wearing a wrist-watch device that measures your sleepbehaviour);
- attending a sleep laboratory in Caulfield(VIC) for a simulated ‘night-shift’ which will involve exposure to the light intervention.
Human Ethics Approval CF08/3287-2008001604
Participants will be reimbursed for the time involved. If you are interested, please contact us:
T: 9905 3952
F: 03 9905 4028
E: sleepstudy@monash.edu
Posted: 26 October, 2010
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