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What happens when I visit the lab?
You will first be greeted by The Anna Freud Centre receptionist and then taken to the baby lab. At the start of your visit, we ask you to read through the information sheet and sign a consent form. Throughout the assessment you may ask any questions. You will be able to see your child at ALL times. At the end of the visit you will receive a £ 5 book token in appreciation for helping out.
How long does a visit usually last?
A visit to the lab usually lasts no more than one hour.
How many sessions will I have to participate in when asked to bring my child?
It depends on which study you are involved with - you might be asked to come once or twice.
What is EEG?
EEG (or Electroencephalography) measures tiny changes in the electrical activity of your baby's brain using sensors on your baby's head.
What is a sensor net?
The sensor net is made up of tiny spongy pads. For your baby it will be the same feeling as wearing a hat. Before we apply the net we soak it in some warm water that has a teaspoon of baby shampoo in it.
Why are you using it?
EEG can help us investigate what brain activity accompanies babies' thinking and behaviour when exposed to different stimuli, like photos or video.
Is it safe?
The sensor net only measures the electrical impulses your baby's brain naturally creates. It is like a tape recorder or a thermometer. The procedure is non-invasive and entirely safe for your baby.
Why should I take part?
Apart from being a fun and interesting experience, your baby will be contributing to our knowledge of emotional and social development in infancy - knowledge which could benefit babies with developmental problems in the future.
Will our data be kept confidential?
Yes. When you sign up your name will be replaced with an ID number. There will be no reference made to individual participants. All data is kept locked away and is only accessible to other researchers.
Are the studies ethical?
All studies have been ethically approved by the Research Ethics Committee University College London.
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