02-24-2008, 12:37 AM
Hi Everyone,
My friend <removed> has asked me to put the word out about her new study which involves the use of TMS (Trans-Cranial Magnetic Stimulation) to see if it has any affect on the ability of people with Asperger's to recognise facial expressions.
The experiment is taking place at <removed>. Participants will be rewarded with £25 for their time, plus travelling expenses.
<removed> is looking for people who:
- Have a diagnosis of Asperger's or HFA.
- Are 18 years or over.
- Are Male.
and
- Have had a recent structural MRI scan or who would be willing to have a 20min MRI to show the structure of their brain.
There are some other exclusion criteria which are mentioned later.
<removed>
We are running a new study aimed at investigating how the brain of people with and without Asperger Syndrome or High Functioning Autism reacts when performing a task involving observation of faces.
The research will use a technique called repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS).
You will be asked to wear a cap.
By using a magnetic resonance image of your brain we will identify and mark on the cap the sites from where to deliver the magnetic stimulation.
You will be asked to perform a computer task involving the observation of faces while receiving some brief rTMS.
Finally, you will be asked to complete two short tests.
The study lasts approximately two hours and will take place at the <removed>.
Travel expenses will be paid and you will receive a payment of £25.00 for your time.
As a precaution, we don’t use magnetic stimulation with people with a history of seizures.
For anyone else, TMS carries no risk, although occasionally some people experience some local discomfort or a transient headache in those who are predisposed to migraine.
In order to participate in our study you must:
- be 18 years of age or over
- have no history of seizures
- have no metal in your head (apart from dental fillings)
- have no pacemaker or heart problems
Your participation in the study is voluntary and you are free to withdraw from it at any time without giving a reason.
If you are interested in participating, please e-mail me and I will make arrangements for you to come to <removed>.
This project has been approved by <removed> Ethics Committee. All your personal information will remain confidential.
<removed>
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My friend <removed> has asked me to put the word out about her new study which involves the use of TMS (Trans-Cranial Magnetic Stimulation) to see if it has any affect on the ability of people with Asperger's to recognise facial expressions.
The experiment is taking place at <removed>. Participants will be rewarded with £25 for their time, plus travelling expenses.
<removed> is looking for people who:
- Have a diagnosis of Asperger's or HFA.
- Are 18 years or over.
- Are Male.
and
- Have had a recent structural MRI scan or who would be willing to have a 20min MRI to show the structure of their brain.
There are some other exclusion criteria which are mentioned later.
<removed>
We are running a new study aimed at investigating how the brain of people with and without Asperger Syndrome or High Functioning Autism reacts when performing a task involving observation of faces.
The research will use a technique called repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS).
You will be asked to wear a cap.
By using a magnetic resonance image of your brain we will identify and mark on the cap the sites from where to deliver the magnetic stimulation.
You will be asked to perform a computer task involving the observation of faces while receiving some brief rTMS.
Finally, you will be asked to complete two short tests.
The study lasts approximately two hours and will take place at the <removed>.
Travel expenses will be paid and you will receive a payment of £25.00 for your time.
As a precaution, we don’t use magnetic stimulation with people with a history of seizures.
For anyone else, TMS carries no risk, although occasionally some people experience some local discomfort or a transient headache in those who are predisposed to migraine.
In order to participate in our study you must:
- be 18 years of age or over
- have no history of seizures
- have no metal in your head (apart from dental fillings)
- have no pacemaker or heart problems
Your participation in the study is voluntary and you are free to withdraw from it at any time without giving a reason.
If you are interested in participating, please e-mail me and I will make arrangements for you to come to <removed>.
This project has been approved by <removed> Ethics Committee. All your personal information will remain confidential.
<removed>
(edit) removed identifying information