Pubertal Development in Youth With and Without Autism Spectrum Disorder

Principal Investigator: Blythe A. Corbett, Ph.D.

Description

Pubertal development contributes to significant physical, psychological, hormonal, and social changes. It may be a time of increased vulnerability in youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Our goal is to examine stress and arousal across pubertal development in children with and without ASD to identify potential risk factors, treatment targets, and therapeutic strategies.

This study will require:

Psychological testing and exam, 2-3 hours
Pubertal physical exam, 15 minutes
Social interaction and social evaluation, 1-2 hours
EEG task, 30 minutes
Follow-up assessments 1 time a year for a total time commitment of 4 years.

Participant Criteria

We are looking for a large number of boys and girls who will be enrolled at ages 8-13 and followed annually over 4 years. These children would either have confirmed (or suspected) Autism Spectrum Disorder or be typically developing.

Compensation

Up to $100 per year for 4 years, up to $400 total

Visit Requirements

4

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Last Updated: Monday, November 11, 2024

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