1.  Is an MRI scan required for the study?

Yes, to be eligible for the study, all participants must be willing to undergo a brain MRI.

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2.  Is a brain MRI safe?

Yes. A brain MRI is a common medical diagnostic tool that uses a strong magnetic field, a low frequency magnetic field, and a radio frequency field to capture images of the brain. An MRI scan is NOT the same as an X-ray and does not involve exposure to radiation.

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3. What happens during the MRI?

You will be asked to lie on a table and slide your head and shoulders into the scanner tunnel. You will need to lie still and not move your head for the duration of the scan. During the scan, you will hear loud knocking noises around you. If there are incidental findings on your MRI that in the opinion of the study doctor may be considered clinically significant, this will be discussed with you and your family doctor, including options for further actions.

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4. What does the cognitive testing involve?

​You will be asked to complete several tasks that assess attention, memory, processing speed, visuospatial ability, language, problem solving skills, and motor abilities. Some of the tasks may be completed on a computer and some will be completed with pen and paper.  

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