Yuhan Liu

Contributed to a longitudinal study on cognitive and neural development of first-grade students, examining the relationship between socioeconomic status and brain development. Conducted in-depth parent interviews to maintain data integrity and address concerns about study design and data collection procedures. Administered cognitive behavioral assessments to children in areas such as literacy and phonological awareness in both Chinese and English, applying developmental psychology concepts. Collected and processed large behavioral datasets and supported analysis using regression and ANOVA to explore links between socioeconomic background and cognitive performance. Assisted with EEG data collection and signal processing to compare neural activity patterns across socioeconomic groups. Coordinated with supervisors to refine experimental protocols, improve testing procedures for sustained child attention, and support research report preparation; preliminary findings suggested children from

Led a month-long online book club focused on psychological well-being, facilitating discussions on trauma recovery, emotional intelligence, and personal development with 50+ participants. Designed interactive workshops on “Healing Your Inner Child,” applying theories such as attachment styles and cognitive behavioral therapy to provide practical tools for emotional challenges. Managed workshop logistics including planning sessions and moderating discussions to ensure smooth execution and high participant satisfaction. Addressed challenging audience questions, used targeted group activities to promote engagement, and collaborated with mental health professionals and peers to incorporate best practices and tailor content for diverse needs (including youth and parents). Helped strengthen program visibility through participant feedback and social media promotion.