Research Studies

Impulsivity and the Developing Brain (Young Adults)

Bethesda, MD, multiple: Multiple Locations

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Ongoing

Primary Contact Office of Patient Recruitment

Email ccopr@nih.gov

Phone 800-411-1222


Study Details

Do you…

  • Blurt out comments at inappropriate times?
  • Interrupt conversations or speak out of turn?
  • Feel you are overly impulsive?

The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is conducting an outpatient research study on the effect of impulsivity on the developing brain in young adults.

What the study involves:

  • A visit, lasting 2 to 8 hours to the outpatient clinic at the NIH Clinical Center
  • Brain scan (without radiation)
  • Tests of learning and memory
  • Blood draw or saliva sample for genetic tests

Compensation and transportation assistance may be provided

Participants may qualify if:

  • Between ages 18 and 30
  • Medically Healthy
  • Live in the DC, MD, VA region

Office of Patient Recruitment
Toll Free: 800-411-1222
TTY users dial 7-1-1
ccopr@nih.gov
https://go.usa.gov/xe2HZ
Refer to study #20-HG-0147

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