Neurophysiology of Emotion (NEMO) Study

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Sarah Karalunas

Primary Investigator

Neurophysiology of Emotion (NEMO) Study
Recruiting
7 years - 10 years
All
Phase N/A
600 participants needed
1 Location

Brief description of study

THE iCAN LAB AT PURDUE UNIVERSITY IS LOOKING FOR CHILDREN AGE 7-10 YEARS OLD,  AND THEIR PARENT, TO PARTICIPATE IN A RESEARCH STUDY.
 
Children with OR without attention difficulties are needed to study how children control their attention and emotions. 
 
We want to learn how to help children who have difficulty paying attention or managing strong emotions.

Detailed description of study

What's Involved:
You will be called by research staff to be screened for eligibility.
 
IF ELIGIBLE:
  • Remote questionnaires for parents and teachers (30 minutes)
  • One clinical phone interview for parents (1-2 hours)
  • One possible onsite visit at Purdue where we will record the activity in your child’s brain using EEG and while they work on attention and emotion games (3-3.5 hours)
  • Two weeks of reporting on child's behavior via a smartphone app
  • Feedback about your child’s behavior and problem-solving provided upon request
Participants will be compensated for completing study tasks:
  • Questionnaire - $15 (Parent)
  • Clinical Phone Interview - $40 (Parent)
  • Onsite Visit - $30 (Parent)
  • Remote Reporting - up to $51 (Parent)
  • Questionnaire - $30 (Teacher)
  • Families traveling more than 30 miles to campus are also eligible for an additional payment to cover travel costs.
What is an EEG?
An electroencephalogram (EEG) is a brain imaging technique that measures electrical signals from your brain using a cap with attached sensors. The cap is like a swim cap and the sensors just rest on the outside of your head.  EEG does not put any electricity in you. It just records what your brain is doing. It is safe for all ages.
 

Additional Information:

If you are interested in learning more about this study, complete our study contact form listed below and one of our staff members will be in touch very soon.
 
 
Thank you!
Sarah Karalunas, Ph.D.
Principal Investigator
Neurophysiology of Emotion (NEMO) Study
IRB-2020-1063

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: Healthy, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, ADHD
  • Age: 7 years - 10 years
  • Gender: All

Eligibility Criteria:
 
  • Children ages 7-10 with or without attention problems
  • If taking stimulant medication for ADHD/ADD, child must discontinue that medication for one week
  • Must speak English as primary language

Updated on 11 Mar 2025. Study ID: IRB-2020-1063 (PURDUE)

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