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TREAT Study: Testing Rewarding Experiences and Tasks 

 

Brief Description:

 

The TREAT study aims to understand how young children's brains process different types of rewards like a video of their caregiver's face, bubbles in the room, and other videos. During this study, your child watch videos, do an activity that involves pressing a large button, and complete a developmental assessment with a licensed clinical psychologist or trainee. The goal for this study is to use this information to better individualize early intervention treatments for children on the autism spectrum. 

 

Eligibility:

 

We are currently recruiting autistic and non-autistic children aged 3 to 5 years old. 

 

Participation Details:

 

Parents or caregivers will complete a phone screening and questionnaires regarding demographics and their child's behavior. The participant and their caregiver will complete a one-time, 3 hour study visit at Notre Dame's Shaw Center for Children and Families. Participants will be asked to complete a behavioral task, wear an EEG cap, watch various videos, and participate in a developmental assessment. Scheduling for this visit is flexible, including evenings and weekends. 

Participants will be compensated $15 an hour for the length of their visit.

For more information, contact the Lab Manager at brainlab@nd.edu or 574-631-0887.