Yale Child Study Center

Is your child on the autism spectrum? Participate in research! Play an important role in autism research by helping to develop better ways of measuring social skills. Children between 6 and 11 years old with an autism diagnosis are invited. Participating families will receive an evaluation of their child's autism features and cognitive development at no cost and will be compensated. For more information, contact our team at autism@yale.edu or (203) 737-3439, www.ASDBiomarkers.org. Studies are reviewed by the Yale Human Investigation Committee

Exciting Opportunity at the YCSC! Yale's Office for Postdoctoral Affairs has several open trainee positions for postgraduate and postdoctoral candidates: Postdoctoral Associate, Center for Emotional Intelligence Mirror to the World Program Postdoctoral Associate, Center for Emotional Intelligence RULER Program Explore these incredible opportunities and more here: https://lnkd.in/gmWVhSpM #Yale #PostdoctoralFellowship #ResearchOpportunity #EmotionalIntelligence #CareerGrowth

A look back at June: Check out the June YCSC Connections for the latest updates, news, events, and more from the Yale Child Study Center! Read and share the newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gQkvUH4T Subscribe to receive the next edition in your inbox: tinyurl.com/ycsc-subscribe

Are you a teenager diagnosed with Schizophrenia? Help us learn more about how adolescents with schizophrenia think and feel. If you are 13 to 17 years of age, with a history of schizophrenia and no major medical conditions, you may be eligible to participate in this research study. The goal is to understand how people your age think, feel and behave. This study will have a few visits spread across 18 months, including at least 2 MRI scans, clinical interviews, and some computer tests. Compensation is up to $650. To learn more or see if you are eligible to participate, call (203) 815-9874 or email ChoLabAtYale@gmail.com. To participate, fill out the form at: https://lnkd.in/g57Qy_N2 Yale School of Medicine @yaleschoolofmed

No child should have to wake up worried about how they look, feel, or smell because they can't afford a bar of soap or tube of toothpaste. Children are significantly more likely not to go to school when there is a chance they will be teased about the smell or appearance of their clothes. Hygiene products deliver health, confidence, and dignity to those in need. This is why Claire's Corner Copia joined together with the Yale Child Study Center to create a Hygiene Closet for the families they serve. Launched in 2022, the “Someone Cares Closet” (SCC) is a collaboration between Claire's Corner Copia and the Yale Child Study Center to provide personal care and household cleaning products for children and families served by YCSC clinicians. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gnMskF-u Claire's Corner Copia Yale School of Medicine @yaleschoolofmed @clairescornercopia #clairescornercopia #yalechildstudy #yaleschoolofmedicine

Motor stereotypies are rhythmic, repetitive movements, often developing in early childhood. Everyone engages in motor stereotypies to some extent, from tapping their legs to biting their nails. This short video explains the difference between these common movements from complex motor stereotypies in children, which can occur in those with autism or during typical development. Intervention is not always needed but understanding motor stereotypies can be helpful in understanding a child's development trajectory. Learn more about the research underway in this area, and how to participate in a related study at the Yale Child Study Center. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/g5CytRNG.   https://lnkd.in/gcJEiAP8

On May 14, Dr. Ayotunde Ayobello unveiled his stunning 6x4 ft oil painting, “Heritage and Legacy,” at Yale Child Study Center’s Grand Rounds on May 14. This artwork, part of a unique qualitative study, bridges visual arts and psychiatry. https://lnkd.in/gQiFrEFd

The Yale Child Study Center has launched a new webpage for families and practitioners to explore research participation opportunities. Check out the nearly 30 studies available now, with more to come! https://lnkd.in/gFAGSAMm

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Julie Wolf has been appointed as the inaugural Vice Chair for Professional Development & Education at the YCSC. Dr. Wolf, a dedicated member of the YCSC community since 2005, brings a wealth of experience in clinical psychology and developmental disabilities. Her new role will focus on stewarding professional development and serving as a liaison among the department’s broad training and educational community.

Do you have a child with intellectual disability? The McPartland Lab at the Yale School of Medicine is seeking children ages 6-17 with autism and/or intellectual disability to participate in our study and help us learn about brain development. Participants will receive a clinical evaluation and report, as well as compensation for $120. To learn more, please contact our team at autism@yale.edu or (203) 737-3439, mcp-lab.org, HIC#0303025065