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Child Development & Autism | Children's Health

Understanding regulation of visual attention and emotion in autism

What is the purpose of this trial?

Help us pioneer studies of brain function in children 18 - 36 months. Study participation involves fNIRS imaging while watching videos of people smiling and talking.

What is fNIRS?

  • fNIRS measures brain activity via optic lights

How is fNIRS done?

  • Child is seated on parent's lap and watches movies on a computer screen

Is fNIRS safe?

  • fNIRS is safe for babies and children, involves no medication, no x-rays, and no radiation

This study may take up to 2 hours and compensation up to $40 is provided.

  • Trial with
    Yale University School of Medicine
  • Ages
    4 months - 8 years
  • Gender
    Both

Contact Information

For more information about this study, including how to volunteer, contact Sana Lab

Help Us Discover!

You can help our team find trials you might be eligible for by creating a volunteer profile in MyChart. To get started, create a volunteer profile, or contact helpusdiscover@yale.edu, or call 877.978.8343 for more information.

  • Last Updated
    09/17/2024
  • Study HIC
    #0808004146