Trial Information

Summary: Help with Autism Research!

Researchers at Boston University School of Medicine are using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to investigate brain structure, connections, and functions.

Who can participate? Individuals with autism or Asperger's syndrome, ages 7-18 years Typically developing children, ages 7-18 years

What happens in this study? Participants will undergo a practice session in our pretend MRI scanner. The practice session is used to allow the participant to see what the MRI will be like and to practice laying still. We will also give several standardized and diagnostic tests to confirm diagnosis of autism and assess cognitive and language abilities.

What is the time commitment? Each practice MRI session lasts about 30 minutes and the real MRI scan takes about 30-45 minutes. The standardized testing for typically developing individuals takes about 2.5 hours. For individuals with autism or Asperger's who have not been to our lab before, the testing will be over several visits and takes about 5 hours total. Participants will be compensated for their time and receive a picture of their brain.

Patient Inclusion Criteria

• Boys and Girls 7-18 Years of age
• Diagnosis of Autism or Asperger Syndrome

Patient Exclusion Criteria

• Permanent metal in/on body
• Other genetic disorders

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