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PSY 357 Smoking and Identity Negotiation
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH PROJECT
Faculty:
William Swann, Ph.D.
Contact:
Matthew Brooks mattbrooks@mail.utexas.edu
Description:
Current models of addiction rely on the ‘AA’-type belief that a person must accept their identity as an addict before they can reduce the behavior. We believe this is inconsistent with psychological models of behavior. In this study, we will try to show that moving a person away from their identity as a smoker can reduce smoking behavior.
Qualifications:
This research broadly deals with identity and addictive behavior. Students interested in these topics are encouraged to apply. We are looking for students who are enthusiastic, friendly, and organized. You should be comfortable around others and personable. Coursework in areas of social, personality, or cognitive psychology is preferable, but not required. Students should be excited about getting involved with research at the ground level. Students will be required to write a 2-3 page paper about the research they were involved with over the course of the semester in order to receive PSY357 credit. Preference will be given to students who can register for the PSY357 course, but interested volunteers are encouraged to apply!
Duties:
Students will be expected to help with recruiting participants, running sessions in the lab, and entering data. This should take about 4-8 hour per week, but responsibilities are flexible to your schedule. A work space in the Seay building will be provided if necessary. Please send Matt Brooks, mattbrooks@mail.utexas.edu, an email if you are interested. Thanks!
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