Students with interests in these areas, or with fluency in two or more languages are encouraged to see Dr. McDonald in room 223A Audubon Hall , 388-4116 . This research examines the impact of deviating from the treatment plan and methods of increasing treatment compliance. The research program examines interventions for social, behavioral and academic problems. For more information, see Dr. Noell in room 233 Audubon Hall , 388-4119 . He is also conducting research on the development of Functional Analysis and Assessment procedures for children with ADHD and Disruptive Behavior Disorders in order to develop more effective behavioral treatments.
Research is conducted in local schools and clinic settings throughout the year.
The STAR program is classroom-based and provides comprehensive direct services to children while simultaneously completing a wide variety of research projects. The STAR program provides students with an opportunity for intensive, continuous involvement in all aspects of conducting applied research, and the opportunity to work directly with young children in the classroom. One project will evaluate the utility of computer-based impulsivity assessment measures. A third project will involve parenting and child impulsivity. Data collection will be conducted in school or hospital settings and students will be responsible for conducting behavioral observations, data entry, and scoring or behavioral checklists.