As a researcher, my primary interests, broadly defined, are the application of basic behavioral principles to problems of social significance (including obesity, physical fitness, autism, and other community health issues). Conceptually, I am interested in the role of verbal behavior in “complex” human behavior like decision-making, planning, and problem solving, as well as the philosophy of science in general.

Current Projects

• Increasing Physical Activity in Obese Adults
• Increasing Physical Activity in Obese Children
• Functional Analysis of Verbal Behavior
• Child Compliance

View some representative publications.

If you are a student interested in joining the lab, please contact Dr. Normand.

Note: For summer 2010, research meetings will be held on Wednesdays from 12:00-2 PM in PSYCOM 12.