APS
2026 APS Annual Convention · 2026
The RAPID Survey: Leveraging an Innovative Tool for Elevating Caregiver Voices In Early Childhood
- Philip Fisher
Stanford University - Sihong Liu
Stanford University - Cristi Carman
Stanford University - Joan Lombardi
Stanford University - Victoria Varlack
Stanford University
Abstract
This study introduced RAPID, a brief high-frequency online survey platform designed to elevate caregivers’ voices in early childhood research. Using rapid-cycle mixed methods and an adaptive, partnership-driven design, RAPID provides real-time insights into family hardship, emotional wellbeing, and childcare challenges, informing responsive policies that support young children during large-scale disruptions.
