Healthy Development Lab

Posted in Health Sciences, Psychology, Undergraduate Research Database

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Project Description:

There are always a few research projects underway in the Healthy Development Lab. Some recent and ongoing projects include a focus on media (e.g., social media) influences on body image, attitudes about weight loss drugs, and links between romantic relationship and health.

See more information at the faculty web page: www.CharlotteMarkey.com

Undergraduate research assistants are asked to enroll in independent study courses (either in psychology of health sciences) and to attend a weekly lab meeting for one hour. Most other work can be done independently.

Keywords/Areas of Study 

Eating, body image, health, psychology, diet, weight.

Hourly Time Commitment (per week): 

No fewer than 6 and up to 9.

Length of Commitment: 

At least one semester but prefer a year.

Modality: 

Face-to-face (specify days or times per week).

Type of Opportunity: 

Credit- or course-based (e.g., independent study, capstone project).

Contact Faculty Lead

Charlotte Markey
Department of Psychology:
Contact: chmarkey@camden.rutgers.edu

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