Vanderbilt Kennedy Center

Studies related to Dyslexia

Current as of 5/18/2013

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Overview

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Adults Reading Nonsense

    Looking for:

    18 to 24 year old adults

    with or without reading problems

    Compensation:

    $75.00 per visit - $150 total for 2 visits

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Feeling Better Together: Healthy Kids, Healthy Families

    Looking for:

    Parents or primary caregivers of 5- 18 year olds who are in treatment for emotional or behavioral problems

    English is the parent/caregiver's primary language.

    Compensation:

    $25 for first interview visit, up to $145 for completing the whole study, $30 to $50 for child participants who complete the study

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How does the brain learn a new writing system?

    Looking for:

    Right-handed adults, 18-40 years old

    native English speakers

    who have trouble reading, including dyslexia

    Compensation:

    $15 an hour plus bonuses and travel

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Learn About your Child's Reading Abilities!

    Looking for:

    10 to 14 year old children

    with and without reading disabilities

    Compensation:

    up to $150 (check mailed to your home after the study is completed - $75 for academic tests, $75 for MRI).

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