Drs. Ruth Lucas and Heather Evans are seeking volunteers to be part of a confidential research study.
This research is being done at the University of Connecticut at Storrs or University of Connecticut Health Center in Farmington and is evaluating pain sensitivity and risk-taking in among pregnant women in their first trimester. Participation will include completing questionnaires about your pregnancy, a sensory assessment, having your blood drawn, and urine drug testing.
You will make a visit during each trimester for a total of 3 visits to complete the study. You may be eligible to participate if you are:
- between the ages of 18-45 years,
- pregnant with no other children living in their home,
- within the first trimester, carrying a singleton baby,
You will not be eligible if you have:
- have pregnancy-related complications,
- use any type of illicit drugs or smoke cigarettes
You will receive a $150 total ($40 each trimester visit) and $30 if you complete the entire study.
For more information, please call the MJ-pregnancy research at (860) 420-3344 This study was approved by the UConn IRB, Protocol #H18-184 (PI Dr. Ruth Lucas, School of Nursing)
For more information, contact: The School of Nursing at 086-420-3344