Lab Mission & Values
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The BEAR lab is committed to:
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Conducting rigorous, multi-method research on social threat and reward processes in childhood and adolescence, with the goal of informing how and why anxiety disorders and suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STBs) in youth with primary anxiety disorders emerge during childhood and adolescence. Ultimately, we hope this research will improve our ability to intervene early and effectively with youth at risk for anxiety disorders and STBs.
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Advancing research through open science and collaboration. We value all of our local, national, and international collaborations, and are committed to involving students at all levels (high school, undergraduate, graduate) in the lab.
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Centering community needs and engaging the community in all aspects of the research. In line with this value, we work with youth research advisory boards and are committed to scientific dissemination and outreach in our local community.
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Reducing inequities in youth mental health outcomes through our research and lab outreach.
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Creating a diverse, enthusiastic, kind, and supportive environment that allows every lab member to be heard and respected, to learn and make mistakes, to grow as creative and responsible scientists, and to build a meaningful life for themselves within and outside of the lab.
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We will advocate for marginalized communities and their members, both through our research and through intentional engagement in our community and beyond.
Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The BEAR Lab is dedicated to fostering a safe, welcoming environment for individuals with diverse identities and from all backgrounds. We strive to maintain an inclusive environment and remain open to feedback on ways we can improve this for everyone. We seek to promote and strengthen diversity and equity not only within our team, but also within our research by establishing collaborations with local organizations to bridge the gap between academia and the community. We encourage all lab members to think critically about these concepts on an individual level and systems level.
