Research in the DYAD Lab focuses on longitudinal investigations of risk and protective factors linked to children’s behavior problems and emotion regulation difficulties. Specific risk and protective factors of interest within the DYAD Lab include parent-child dyadic interaction patterns, exposure to environmental contaminants (e.g., lead), fetal brain development, and genetic factors.

Our Principal Investigator, Dr. Chris Trentacosta, has expertise in conducting longitudinal research with low-income families and other populations that face significant life stressors. He also has expertise in early preventive intervention with children and families.