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  • Diversity and Inclusion in Scientific Research

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  • The Society for Psychophysiological Research (SPR) and its journal, Psychophysiology, have increasingly emphasized diversity and inclusion (D&I) since 2010.
  • This review examines changes in participant demographic reporting and analysis in Psychophysiology articles from 2010-2020.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess if SPR and Psychophysiology's D&I commitment has improved demographic reporting and analysis.
  • To compare reporting practices with APA standards and guidance from a 2016 Special Issue on Diversity and Representation.

Main Methods:

  • Content analysis of articles published in Psychophysiology between 2010 and 2020.
  • Evaluation of demographic variable reporting frequency and their use in statistical analyses.

Main Results:

  • Biological sex and average age were frequently reported; age range and education were reported in over half of studies.
  • Race/ethnicity was reported in only 17% of studies, while socioeconomic status, gender identity, and sexual orientation were rarely reported.
  • Over 60% of studies reported demographic variables but did not use them in analyses as covariates or moderators.

Conclusions:

  • While progress has been made in reporting some demographics, significant gaps remain, particularly for race/ethnicity and other identity variables.
  • SPR and Psychophysiology should advocate for comprehensive demographic reporting and the ethical analysis of demographic influences on psychophysiological mechanisms.
  • The study calls for enhanced open science practices in psychophysiology research.