Research Project Recruitment in Alaska
The Alaska Psychological Association regularly receives requests to survey the association’s members and affiliates. However, listserv guidelines do not allow research recruitment and so requests are instead placed on this list of research projects actively recruiting in Alaska. To be added to this list, please complete the Research Request Form at the bottom of the page. Projects will be removed after 6 months. Note, the Alaska Psychological Association does not endorse any listed research project listed below.
Active Research Projects
[Posted April 2019]
Project Title: Treatment Provideres’ Knowledge and Experiences Related to Eating Disorders
Researcher: Jessica Cowan [jcowan@antioch.edu]
Project Information
My name is Jessica Cowan, I am a graduate student in Antioch University Seattle’s APA-Accredited Clinical Psychology program. As a part of my dissertation research, I am asking psychologists and other treatment providers to complete an anonymous, online survey of their knowledge and experiences related to eating disorders. The survey is designed to take less than 15 minutes to complete and, following completion, you will have an opportunity to enter to win one of two $50 Amazon.com gift cards. Additionally, for the first 250 participants, $2 per participant will be donated to the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA)*.
*NEDA is grateful to be receiving donations as part of your participation in this study. Please note NEDA is not formally a part of this research in any aspect; the design, data collection, analysis etc.
IRB Name and Project Number
This research study has been approved by the Antioch University Seattle IRB (approval date 1/31/18)
Participant Link with Informed Consent Information
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MFSDXFH
[Posted April 2019]
Project Title: Impact of Licensed Psychologists’ Attitudes on Performance Predictions of Neurocognitive Measures Based on Clinical Case History *Raffle Opportunity*
Researcher: Katelyn Yunes [Katelyn_Yunes@williamjames.edu]
Project Information
The purpose of the current study is to explore the impact of licensed psychologists’ attitudes on their performance predictions of neurocognitive measures based upon the clinical case history of an individual. Roughly 192 participants, who are licensed psychologists, practicing within the US and its territories, that spend at least 25% of their time on assessment-related activities, will complete a web-based survey. Each survey will include one randomly selected vignette out of three possible vignettes. Participants will predict the patient’s performance on subtests of the WAIS-IV based on what they have read in the case history. They will then complete a short survey containing questions regarding demographic data and their beliefs. A series of ANOVA and ANCOVAs well be conducted to address the hypotheses. By exploring licensed psychologists’ attitudes, it may be possible to provide the profession with educational interventions so that assessment outcomes are not unduly impacted by evaluators’ expectations. Elucidating psychologists’ attitudes would assist in identifying personal biases, whether positive or negative, permitting professionals to provide more effective ethical and objective services. *More information will be provided upon completion of the survey.
IRB Name and Project Number
William James College IRB, 20180101
Participant Link with Informed Consent Information
https://williamjames.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5h7zbaPSOU2Kz4h
[Posted April 2019]
Project Title: Evaluating Adherence to the International Test Commission Guidelines for Translating and Adapting Tests
Researcher: Deborah Duke [deborah.duke13@stjohns.edu]
Project Information
The purpose of this study is to develop a new evaluative tool that can be used by psychologists to assess the quality of the adapted tests and scales that they may be using in practice. Participation in this study will involve completing an online survey in which this tool is applied to evaluate a fictionalized measure. Participants will also be asked to complete a demographic and professional background questionnaire. It is anticipated that participation will take approximately 45 minutes. Participants will be entered into a lottery for a $200 Amazon giftcard.
IRB Name and Project Number
St. Johns University 1217-123
Participant Link with Informed Consent Information
https://stjohns.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7PpPRqort3TEeVL
[Posted April 2019]
Project Title: Supervisory Working Alliance as a Predictor for Counselor Burnout: The Potential Mediating Role of Supervisee Nondisclosure
Researcher: Amanda Bohnenstiehl [akb7x9@mail.umsl.edu]
Project Information
You are invited to participate in a study regarding clinicians’ experiences in clinical supervision. If you are at least 18 years old and are a practicing psychologist pursuing state licensure and thus, participating in licensure supervision (or recently obtained your state license within the last year), I would greatly appreciate your participation in this study! This dissertation research is being conducted to fulfill the degree requirements for a PhD in Counselor Education.
The survey is anonymous and takes about 15-20 minutes to complete. For those interested, please click on the hyperlink below for more information and to complete the survey. Upon full completion, you will have the option to be entered into a drawing to receive 1 of 10, $25 Amazon Gift Cards.
Thanks in advance for your help with this project!
IRB Name and Project Number
University of Missouri-St. Louis #1343178-1
Participant Link with Informed Consent Information
https://umsl.az1.qualtrics.com/supervisionsurvey
[Posted July 2019]
Project Title: Training and Practice of School Psychologists
Researcher: Ashley Hicks [ashley.hicks15@stjohns.edu]
Project Information
My name is Ashley Hicks, and I am a doctoral candidate in the school psychology program at St. John’s University. I am conducting my doctoral research on the training and professional activities of school psychologists regarding several populations. If you are currently a school psychologist working for pay, I would be grateful if you could complete a 20-minute, anonymous Qualtrics survey that has been approved by the St. John’s Institutional Review Board. As a thank you for participation, those who complete the survey may choose to enter a drawing for one of twenty $25 Amazon.com gift cards.
IRB Name and Project Number
St. John’s University, 0119-208
Participant Link with Informed Consent Information
https://stjohns.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cUdNSWxDCgoWyiN
[Posted July 2019]
Project Title: Implementing Evidence-Based Practice in Children’s Mental Health in Rural Settings: Clinician and Agency Factors
Researcher: Bethany Leraas [bethany.leraas@siu.edu]
Project Information
I am a graduate student in the Department of Clinical Psychology at Southern Illinois University Carbondale conducting a study on factors related to treatment choices among child mental health professionals who practice in rural communities.
The purpose of the survey is to explore the clinician and agency/practice factors that influence treatment decisions and the implementation of new therapy approaches. This study is open for clinicians who have provided therapy services to at least one child in the past six months and who currently practice in a rural area. The survey is completely anonymous and will take around 25-30 minutes to complete and will ask questions related to therapeutic strategies currently utilized in your practice, knowledge of and attitudes toward evidence-based approaches, and characteristics of your agency/practice.
Thank you for taking the time to assist me in this research.
IRB Name and Project Number
Southern Illinois University Human Subjects Committee #18213
Participant Link with Informed Consent Information
https://siucpsyc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_887ACAKURjW2hBb
