EEG study in Adolescents with Autism
What's the study about?
This project studies how teens interact with peers in a computer game. It uses electroencephalography (EEG) to measure brain responses to social feedback in an online setting.
Who can participate?
We are currently recruiting autistic and non-autistic teens between 13 and 17 years old.
What will participants be doing?
Participation includes one visit to our lab where families will talk to a clinician, complete questionnaires, and teens will do computer activities while their brain waves are recorded with an electroencephalogram (EEG). Each visit should take about 4-5 hours to complete.
Why is this important?
This project uses a lab-based simulation to measure brain responses to social feedback from peers. By shedding light on the involvement of neural reward systems, we aim to develop objective ways of determining for whom social media is beneficial and, conversely, to understand specific risks for specific individuals.