Brain & Behaviour

Children with limb differences have lots of different experiences to children with two hands. How is this reflected in their developing brains? We use a special part of the brain for understanding our own body. How does this develop in children with limb differences?

Children taking part in this study visit our state of the art child-friendly neuroimaging facility at University College London (your travel is paid for). While your child watches a short cartoon, we give some very light touches to their body (e.g. arm, foot, cheek). We use this to reconstruct the ‘map’ that your child’s brain has of his or her own body.

Taking part is a great experience for your child. All studies are run by highly trained scientists and your child is made to feel at home - we can even show you a picture of your brain afterwards!

You can find more information on our dedicated volunteer page.

To find out more or volunteer for this amazing opportunity, please contact us at boldkids@durham.ac.uk!