Volunteers diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder needed for a research study

Principal Investigator:

Dara S. Manoach, Ph.D.

Department of Psychiatry Massachusetts General Hospital

Eligibility:

- We are looking for volunteers with Autism Spectrum Disorder between the ages of

12 and 30 to participate in a brain imaging study.

- Individuals without a history of substance abuse within the past six months, no seizure disorder, no neurological

disorder, and no history of head injury with a prolonged loss of consciousness may be eligible to participate.

Subject participation:

- Participation will involve 2 sessions.

- The first session will include a clinical interview and a practice session where you will become familiar with the scanner

- The study is completely non-invasive.

- Participation lasts for about 3-4 hours over 2 days.

- Your confidentiality will be assured.




Payment:

You will be paid between $75 for participation.




Contact:

If you think you are eligible and may be interested in participating, please call (617) 726-0307 or email chinsel@nmr.mgh.harvard.edu