Cerebellar dysfunction in autism
Study on Eye Movements and Information Processing in Autism
Brief description of study.
Detailed description of study
Eligibility of study
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:
- Conditions: Healthy,autism,Cerebellar dysfunction
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Age: 18 years - 22 years
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Gender: All
This study investigates how eye movements relate to information processing in individuals with autism spectrum disorders and those without the condition. Autism spectrum disorders are a range of developmental disorders that affect communication and behavior. Understanding these eye movements can provide insight into how people with autism process information differently.
Participants will undergo interviews and paper-based tests for about 2 to 2.5 hours on the first day. On the second day, participants will have a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) brain scan while performing an eye blink test and while resting quietly. MRI is a technique that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues in the body.
- Who can participate: Individuals who either have autism spectrum disorders or do not (healthy controls) are eligible to participate.
- Study details: Participants will take part in interviews, paper and pencil tests, and an MRI brain scan.