Current studies

New Projects 2024-2025

Please find below some of our research projects for our Psychology students at universities across Scotland (and sometimes further afield). We rely on participation from all walks of life and hope very much that you will take part in our research. This site is updated every few days and your participation is a really valuable part of the training for our students and will help them to be more skilled researchers in the future. Thanks!

13/06/25

• Aged 18 or over
• Currently enrolled as a full-time international PGT student at a UK university (2024/25)
• First language is not English
• Have prior or current exposure to any AI tool (e.g., ChatGPT, Deepseek, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, etc.)

03/06/25

LGBTQ+ Identity and the Self

This study is being conducted as part of my MSc dissertation in the School of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of St Andrews. The aim is to better understand how LGBTQ+ students studying in universities in Scotland understand themselves and their identities, as well as to better understand how lived experiences impact one’s relationship with their sexuality and/or gender identity.

Eligibility:

• 16+
• University student enrolled at a university in Scotland
• Identify as LGBTQ+

There are two components to the study,

1. An audio-recorded online interviewlasting an hour in length.
   • Compensated at £10 per participant.
2. An online questionnairethat is expected to take 5-10 minutes to complete.
   • Chance to win £25 in a single-prize draw.

If you are interested in taking part in either or both components, please follow the link(s) below to find out more and get involved:

1. Interview sign up: https://standrews.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1ZZIcXvSFaMTtEq
2. Questionnaire: https://standrews.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3aC5vJaO1ijR1wG

31/05/25

27/05/25

• 18+ Years Old
•  Typically sighted or Corrected Sighted (Wear Glasses or Contact Lenses)
• Typical Hearing or Corrected Hearing  (Hearing aid devices)

26/05/25

• Eligibility: Autistic adults aged 20–50 who are formally diagnosed, self-diagnosed, or self-identify as autistic, with strong verbal communication skills or minimal external support needs
• Time Commitment: Approximately 20–25 minutes
• Participation Link: https://uofg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9sOQCxK2HC1eiHA
• Contact: Erica Brady – [email protected]

07/05/2025

17/04/25

09/04/25

1. Leisure Physical Activity Level Questionnaire
2. Growth Mindset Questionnaire
3. Academic Happiness Questionnaire
4. Demographics

28/08/25

Emotional intelligence as a resilience to stress among young adults.

18/03/25

25/02/25

Moral judgements in high-stakes situations

This study is being conducted as part of Rohan Mavinkurve’s Honours Degree in the School of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of St Andrews. We invite you to participate in a research project investigating people’s moral judgements in high-stakes situations. You will read a short story in which a person performs an action with human life hanging in the balance, and you will be asked about its moral acceptability. You will also answer a short questionnaire on some of your own feelings and responses. The study will be done via an online survey that should take you about 10 minutes.

By completing the survey, you will get a chance to enter a prize draw for one of eight £20 Amazon vouchers (valid in the UK).

If you are interested, please access the online survey using this link: https://standrews.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2mWlrK7kbirRYB8

18/02/25

18/02/2025

17/02/25

Imposter Syndrome and Social Comparisons Among Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students: A Comparative Study 

 This study is part of my (Sophia Hughes) Honours Degree at the University of St Andrews’ School of Psychology and Neuroscience. We invite you to participate in a research project examining imposter syndrome and social comparisons in undergraduate and postgraduate psychology students. Participants in this study will be asked to complete an online survey in a setting of their choosing. The survey should take approximately 5 minutes to complete  

Please paste this link into your browser

   https://standrews.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8B72swF46Pw0usm

11/02/25

10/02/25

05/02/25

Exploring Empathy and Perspective-Taking Under Sensory Distraction in Neurotypical Adults: Insights for Autism Research. This study is being conducted as part of my, Elena Rico Hernando research project in the School of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of St Andrews.

We invite neurotypical adults (18+) without an ASD diagnosis who live in the UK to participate in a study examining how sensory distraction affects empathy and perspective-taking. Participants will complete tasks online that may include some distracting visual (videos of crowds moving) and auditory stimuli (e.g. background  restaurant conversations) chosen to cause mild sensory distraction. Each session will take approximately 30 minutes, and participants may enter a draw to win a £10 Amazon gift card (per every 10 participants) as a thank-you for their time.

If you are interested, please CLICK HERE:

https://research.sc/participant/login/dynamic/64E25296-EA83-44B4-A5BF-B5F1F7F4DFA1

You will then be given a Participant Information Sheet that further details my research and have the opportunity to ask questions, before being asked whether you consent to participate.

03/02/25

02/02/25

Do you work alongside your University studies?

I’m conducting a study on how term-time employment affects academic engagement and overall well-being, and I’m looking for participants aged 18 or older. The survey includes demographic questions, two short questionnaires, and a second section with open-ended questions, taking approximately 20 – 30 minutes to complete (depending on your responses). Your responses will remain anonymous and will contribute to a better understanding of the challenges and benefits students face while balancing work and studies.

 If you have experience of balancing employment with academic studies and are willing to take part, please click the link below:

https://qualtricsxmkbvpgzvwv.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9z55Rm2UR0miHjw

27/01/25

(2) Familial Socioeconomic status. career aspiration, resilience and educational achievement. We would love to hear from anyone over the age of 18 on their perceptions of likely outcomes for young people given some hypothetical scenarios. The study takes between 12 and 15 minutes on average and is really interesting!

Please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://qualtricsxm686rxn4c4.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eFO3Epl0nC5kGBE

(3) To investigate the relationship between social media addiction, active and passive usage of social media on and mental wellbeing of general population we are looking for over 18’s to complete a short study to assess their use of social media and general wellbeing. Only ten minutes of your time would be a blessing for me.

https://wolverhamptonpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5dUXHBOgXs1Lr0O

26/01/25

PARTICIPANTS NEEDED

Do you want to contribute to the development of improved mental health services for young people?
I am looking for young people aged 18+ to take part in my MSc research about high integrity mental health care. Have you recently received therapy that isn’t counselling or CBT? If so, I’d love to hear from you. You are invited to take part in a 30-45 minute online interview to have a chat about your experience of having therapy.

WHAT WILL HAPPEN IF I TAKE PART?
The research aims to explore young people’s experience of having therapy suited to their specific needs, rather than being offered a traditional treatment pathway through a child and adolescent mental health service.
You will be asked a small number of open-ended questions over Microsoft Teams (you can choose to have the camera off!). The one-to-one meeting will be recorded and then transcribed. All data will be anonymised. I will then analyse the transcribed texts to look for common themes or particular aspects that stood out in the interviews. This analysis will form the basis of my MSc dissertation.

For more information, or to sign up, please email: [email protected]

07/01/25

17/12/24

1. Eligibility: must reside in the UK and be over 18.
2. Confidentiality: All responses will be kept confidential.
3. Link to Questionnaire: https://research.sc/participant/login/dynamic/0FD20819-814B-4341-ADAA-408A57926679

04/12/24

I can/t do it!: Mental health of UK students and their perceived levels of competence and autonomy, in every-day life skills.

03/12/24

Exploring Student Perceptions: Lecture Recordings, Video Impressions, and Mental Health Attitudes

 We are looking for university students who are at least 16 years of age to take part in a study examining perceptions and usage of lecture recordings, impressions of a brief pre-recorded video lecture and attitudes toward individuals with schizophrenia. At the end of the study, you will have the option to enter a prize draw to win one of ten £20 Love2shop vouchers (UK use only).

 If you would like to take part, you will be asked to complete an online questionnaire that should take no more than 30 minutes to complete. During the questionnaire, you will be asked to watch a brief pre-recorded video lecture lasting ~5 minutes. Please note that some questions touch on sensitive topics related to mental health, which could be upsetting. 

 Follow this link to complete the survey: https://uofg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e3t7OG5wYiczxiK

02/12/24

Everyday competencies and mental health in University undergraduates

Academic challenges are probably less difficult than negotiating everyday life events! We are interested in asking undergraduate students who are 18 and over about these everyday challengs in an online survey that will take approximately 8-10 minutes.

https://wolverhamptonpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_57j9tuAkr0MyhDg

30/11/24

My name is Marnie Anderson and I am a final year student at the University of Dundee studying Psychology BSc. I’m conducting a study exploring how different social and political beliefs shape attitudes on inclusive education. You’ll complete a short, anonymous survey (about 20 minutes). You must be 18 years or older to be eligible to take part.

https://research.sc/participant/login/dynamic/74596075-D0AE-4A90-B71A-BF504BA4355A

26/11/24

Characterizing the psychologically rich life: Personality traits, daily activities, and goal pursuit

The purpose of this project is to better understand the relationship between personality, activities, and well-being. You will be asked to fill out self-report questionnaires online. These questionnaires will be about your personality, well-being, and motivation for pursuing particular activities. Demographic information (i.e., age, gender, ethnicity) will also be asked.

Follow this link to complete the survey:  https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/dundee/psychological-richness-pilot-study

08/11/24

07/11/24