Learning-From-Caregivers
This study looks at how and why infant's attention to their caregiver changes over the first year of life!
What are you hoping to learn?
We are currently conducting a longitudinal study to investigate how young infants learn to pay attention to their caregivers over the first year of life. Over the long term, our goal is to use this information to better understand how early learning in infancy may differ in the contexts of maternal depression or autism spectrum disorder.
When can I schedule an appointment?
We try to bring families in around 4, 6, and 8 months of age. We are happy to schedule for families’ convenience, whether that be for mornings, evenings, or weekends (and most importantly, around babies’ naptime)!
Will there be time to take breaks if my infant needs to eat or rest?
Yes! We know that small infants have lots of different needs, and provide plenty of time for breaks in between parts of the session!
Will I be in the room with my infant during the study?
Yes, you will be with your infant throughout the duration of the study!
Are there any invasive procedures during the session?
There are no invasive procedures used during the study! We use physio stickers to monitor your baby’s heart rate, and a high tech camera called an eye tracker to see where your baby looks. Both of these are safe, and there are no associated risks!
I don’t have a way to get to the lab space - can you provide transportation?
Yes – we use a service called KreweCar that can provide safe transportation for families with an appropriate car seat.
Can I bring my other children? Will there be things for them to do there while they wait?
Yes, we are happy to have someone from our lab look after any other children that join.