CURRENT STUDIES IN HUMANS

We are looking for Caucasian children between the ages of 5 and 11 years of age to participate in a study focused on determining the impact of genes on the development of the brain and social behavior. Participation in this study consists of two visits each lasting approximately an hour and a half and you will be compensated $50 for your time at each visit.

Participation in this study involves collection of a saliva sample, a functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) scan lasting approximately 45 minutes, and some behavioral tasks in which we will ask for your child to report on what they think others might be feeling or thinking. MRIs have no long-term health risks and no radiation exposure.  To help your child feel more comfortable in the scanner environment, we practice lying in a mock scanner at the first visit to make them more familiar with the process. We will also ask that you fill out a set of questionnaires on your child’s behavior that can be completed either during the visit or at home at your convenience.

If you are interested in having your child participate, please call (434) 924-0658 or email socialneuroscience@virginia.edu