C. Barr, P. Sandor
Genetics of Tourette's Syndrome
A study of families with at least two children who have Tourette's Syndrome.
A clinical assessment and a blood sample are required from each child and
both parents.
Time commitment: one visit approximately one hour/person
R. Stephens, P. Sandor
Aggression and Rage in Tourette's Syndrome and Associated Disorders
In this study we examine the behaviour of children aged 6 to 16 who
receive no medication. Clinical diagnostic assessment, psychological testing,
and an EEG are required along with parental reports re frequency of aggressive
behaviour over a two week period.
Time commitment: one or two visits, the total time required 4.5 hours
E. Zovko, P. Sandor, U. Jain, W. Spence
Evaluation of personality traits in patients with Tourette's Syndrome
and related disorders
Volunteers aged 18 years and over complete a set of questionnaires.
A diagnostic interview and a blood sample is also required for genetic
analysis.
Time commitment: one visit for a total of approximately 2 hours
J. Silveira, P. Sandor
Functional MRI of tics in patients with Tourette's Syndrome
Children and adults with Tourette's Syndrome who are able to remain motionless for 15 minutes while in the MRI machine (no radiation is involved). One visit for diagnostic interview about 1 hour and one visit for MRI also about 1 hour.
If you wish to enquire about the above research projects, please call 416-603-5794 or fax 416-603-5292, att'n: Regi.