Pediatric Psychology Research

Research in the Health Disparities Laboratory in Pediatric Psychology examines aspects of the health system and factors related to children’s physical and family environments that contribute to the health outcomes of children from low-socioeconomic status and racial/ethnic minority backgrounds.

The Kochel Lab for Clinical Autism Research focuses on research related to autism. Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by deficits in social-communication skills, as well as the presence of restricted, repetitive patterns of behaviors or interests. 

The Resilience And Diabetes Behavioral Research Lab conducts behavioral research to learn about and support resilience in young people with type 1 diabetes and their families.

The Division of Psychology offers support to investigators across Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital whose research calls for neuropsychological and behavioral assessments. These services are performed through Psychology's Neurobehavioral Core (NBC). The NBC frequently collaborates with the Research Resources Office (RRO) to understand the unique needs of each study and develop a plan for how to best meet those needs. NBC personnel include Ph.D. and master's level examiners with extensive training in neuropsychological and behavioral assessments. The NBC operates on a fee-for-service model; however, some arrangements may cover effort for identified NBC personnel.