Memory in Atypical Alzheimer's Disease Observational Research Study
Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital want to learn more about the contributors to memory difficulty in individuals with early-onset and atypical Alzheimer's disease (Posterior Cortical Atrophy and logopenic variant Primary Progressive Aphasia). Join our compensated study today!
Virtual Cognitive Sessions + Optional MRI in Boston, MA
No Other Major Neurological
Disorders
Disorders
Compensation Provided
55-90
Years Old
Years Old
Fast Facts
Early-onset or atypical Alzheimer's
Study Background Most individuals with Alzheimer's disease develop memory difficulties as the first symptom of the condition. However, a smaller number of patients – particularly younger individuals – develop less-common early symptoms, such as visual and speech impairments. This is called atypical Alzheimer's disease. Investigators at Massachusetts General Hospital want to understand how memory functions change in individuals with atypical Alzheimer's disease. They are also interested in studying how changes in the brain of atypical Alzheimer's disease patients cause different kinds of memory issues. Our researchers are looking for participants ages 55-90 with a confirmed diagnosis of early-onset or atypical Alzheimer's disease and a cognitively normal caregiver for this study. Join our paid study today to help further research on Alzheimer's disease! |
Additional Information
The purpose of this study is to investigate how memory changes differ across Alzheimer's disease diagnoses. A secondary aim is to understand how changes in the brain of atypical Alzheimer's disease patients cause different kinds of memory impairments. Please note that this is an observational study, not a clinical trial.
You may qualify for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Key Criteria:
Key Criteria:
- 55-90 Years Old
- Early-onset or atypical Alzheimer's disease diagnosis
- Willing to provide medical records as proof of diagnosis
- No other major neurological disorders
- Cognitively normal caregiver also willing to participate in the study
- Access to a working computer with a webcam and internet connection
The study involves three virtual 1.5 hour-long cognitive sessions over Zoom to be completed within a few weeks of each other. An optional MRI in the Boston area will be offered to participants who qualify.
Eligible subjects will be compensated up to $100 for their time.
There is no cost for you to participate in this study.