evidence-accumulation-selector

Select DDM, LBA, or EZ-diffusion models for choice response-time data.

269|20|Updated Jun 13, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/NeuroAIHub/BrainPilot --skill evidence-accumulation-selector
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Skill: evidence-accumulation-selector
Source: https://github.com/NeuroAIHub/BrainPilot/tree/main/packages/skills/skills/03_Cognitive_Psychology/evidence-accumulation-selector
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/NeuroAIHub/BrainPilot --skill evidence-accumulation-selector

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires research-literacy, and includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill addresses the common pitfall of misapplying statistical models to choice-response time data, ensuring researchers select the appropriate evidence accumulation model (EAM) to accurately decompose latent cognitive processes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Model Selection Logic: Provides a decision tree to choose between DDM, EZ-diffusion, LBA, or race models based on experimental design.
  • Parameter Interpretation: Offers expert guidance on interpreting drift rates, boundary separation, and non-decision time.
  • Use Case: A researcher designing a two-choice task with limited trials can use this skill to determine if EZ-diffusion is a statistically valid alternative to the full DDM.

Quick Start

Use the evidence-accumulation-selector skill to evaluate which model is appropriate for my choice-RT dataset with two response alternatives and 150 trials per condition.

Frequently Asked Questions about evidence-accumulation-selector

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I choose between DDM and LBA models for choice response-time data?

To choose between DDM and LBA models for choice response-time data, evaluate your experimental design and research objectives. The evidence accumulation selector uses a decision tree to match your data structure to the appropriate model for valid parameter estimation.

When should I use EZ-diffusion instead of the full DDM for cognitive modeling?

Use EZ-diffusion instead of the full DDM for cognitive modeling when working with limited trials per condition. It serves as a statistically valid alternative for two-choice tasks where the full DDM parameter estimation might fail due to insufficient trial counts.

What are the minimum trial count thresholds for evidence accumulation modeling?

Evidence accumulation modeling requires specific trial count thresholds to ensure valid parameter estimation. The selector enforces these trial count limits and distributional assumptions to prevent misapplying models like DDM or LBA to inadequate datasets.

How do I interpret drift rates and boundary separation in response-time models?

Interpreting drift rates and boundary separation in response-time models involves decomposing latent cognitive processes. Drift rate indicates information processing speed, while boundary separation reflects response caution, guided by expert parameter interpretation logic.

Can I use evidence accumulation models for experimental designs with more than two response alternatives?

For experimental designs with more than two response alternatives, race models are typically recommended over standard DDM. The model selection logic evaluates your specific choice-RT task structure to determine if a race model is necessary.

Do I need research literacy to select the correct cognitive model for my dataset?

Yes, research literacy is required to select the correct cognitive model for your dataset. Understanding foundational experimental design principles and statistical assumptions ensures you can properly navigate the decision tree and interpret the resulting model parameters.