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The aim of this project is to learn more about the causes of certain
illnesses, particularly ADHD, that affect the nervous systems of
children and adults.
Study Criteria: The age range for our study includes children between
the ages of 6 and 17 and adults between the ages of 18 and over. In
general, we are always looking for children and adults with Tourette's
and/ or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder as well. Study Information: This
study is conducted at the New York State Psychiatric Institute (NYSPI)
of Columbia University in New York, NY. During your day at NYSPI, our
study is separated into three sections. The first is clinical interviews
which include questions about medical and psychological history.
Secondly, a psychologist will administer neuropsychological tests such
as memory and learning games. Finally, and most important to our study
is the MRI scan. The scan will take about 1.5 hours in total and
involves performing a simple task while you lie in the MRI machine.
Compensation:
There are no costs for these tests and a small payment of $120 is
available to participants. The total time estimated to complete the
study is 5-6 hours.
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