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  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Psychometrics
  • Computational Neuroscience

Background:

  • Response time (RT) data is crucial in psychology, but traditional analyses using mean and standard deviation (SD) lack depth.
  • Existing models often fail to capture the nuances of individual cognitive processes underlying response generation.
  • A more sophisticated approach is needed for precise measurement and modeling of RT data.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and validate the shifted Wald (SW) distribution as a novel tool for psychological RT data.
  • To present the SW distribution as both a measurement tool and an intraindividual process model.
  • To provide an accessible methodology and fitting approach for researchers.

Main Methods:

  • The shifted Wald (SW) distribution is proposed and mathematically detailed.
  • A fitting approach and accessible code are developed for practical application.
  • The SW distribution's utility is demonstrated on three diverse published datasets.

Main Results:

  • The SW distribution offers a more detailed quantification of RT data compared to mean and SD.
  • It functions as an intraindividual process model, explaining response generation via signal accumulation and response thresholds.
  • The model successfully generalizes across manual, vocal, and oculomotor response modes.

Conclusions:

  • The shifted Wald (SW) distribution is a versatile and powerful tool for analyzing psychological RT data.
  • It provides advanced measurement capabilities and a cognitive framework for understanding response processes.
  • The developed methodology and accompanying code facilitate widespread adoption and application in various experimental domains.