The Theta Study for kids ages 6, 7, & 8 years

1101 Yale Blvd. NE near Pete and Nancy Domenici Hall, Albuquerque NM

Description

NOW ENROLLING The Theta study is a fun and interactive research study for children ages 6, 7 and 8 years of age! For more information go to our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/thethetastudy Visit our website: https://www.mrn.org/common/childrens-studies-current-research/ Purpose of Study: This research is being done to evaluate changes in brain function in typically developing children 6-8 years of age in relation to children 6-8 years of age with prenatal alcohol exposure. Protocol Summary: During this study, your child will see a pediatrician for a brief physical and see a developmental psychologist to perform some paper and pencil/computer tasks. Pictures of your child’s brain and brain activity will be taken using non-invasive and harmless devices called MEG (Magnetoencephalography) and MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging). All participants will be given a gift card(s) of $50 or $25 (if incomplete) per visit for participating in the study. Basic Eligibility Criteria: Children between the ages of 6-8 years old, who have never been diagnosed with a psychiatric or neurological disorder, and are medically healthy. Parent(s) must be able to give valid informed consent and the child must be able and willing to provide assent to the study procedures. UNM HSC IRB Study # 20-015