Suicidal Ideation and Close Relationships
Course Credit?
Yes - Randall Research ScholarsPaid Position?
NoPreferred Majors
Counselor Education | Social Work | Sociology | Communication Studies | Gen Studies Human Envir Sci | Human Development | Human Development Family Stdy | PsychologyFaculty
Heather LoveDescription
The SPAIR Lab is currently focused on studying how close relationships impact suicidal ideation in adult populations. The SPAIR Lab uses both primary and secondary data, most of which consists of online surveys. The goal of the SPAIR Lab is to identify both risk and protective factors associated with close relationships to be incorporated into suicide prevention efforts. Close relationships studied include romantic relationships, family members, pets/animal companions, and greater sense of belonging in larger contexts. This is an unpaid position with an expectation of approximately 3-5 hours per week. A minimum of one academic year is required for participation in the lab. Common tasks for undergraduate research assistants include: -Literature searches and reviews -Assistance creating and reviewing surveys -Reviewing participant data -Assisting with coding data, entering data, and analyzing quantitative data (training provided) -All research assistants are required to attend weekly lab meetings. Dates of meetings will be determined at the start of each semester. Benefits of volunteering in this research lab include: -Experience conducting research with human subjects -Training in qualitative and quantitative analyses -Opportunities for research presentations and publications -Letters of recommendation for graduate programs or job opportunities
Special Directions
Please complete the following application to be considered for the SPAIR Lab (please have a PDF copy of your CV/resume ready before beginning the application): https://universityofalabama.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_byoL4uhRUdtsPvo Following completion, Dr. Love will contact you regarding eligibility for the lab.