We look at children's brain activity as well as their speech patterns and investigate the link between them in children ages 8–16 both with and without ASD, as well as those with 16p11.2 deletion syndrome. Our study is split into four parts.
Children and parents participate in surveys and activities to assess children's cognitive function and behaviors related to autism. Two appointments of 5 hours each with some weekends and holidays available.
2. Language and Speech Examination
Children's speech is recorded and examined in a sound booth. One appointment of 4 hours with some weekends and holidays available.
3. Magnetic Resonance Imagine (MRI) Scan
Children's brain structure and activity are measured in an MRI scanner. One appointment of 2 hours.
4. Magnetoencephalography (MEG) Scan
Children's brain activity is measured while doing simple tasks in an MEG scanner. One appointment of 2.5 hours.