The Southern California Twin Project coordinates a series of research studies of twins. The primary goal of this research is to understand the roles of heredity (genes) and environment (culture) in producing individual differences in human behavior. Topics of investigation include personality, cognitive abilities, mate selection, antisocial behavior and delinquency.
Twins and families of twins who would like to be informed of this research, or who might wish to participate in one or more studies may sign up with the Southern California Twin Register at USC.
Twins of all ages are eligible for inclusion in this twin register. To register, simply send an email to Dr. Baker at the address below, or call Dr. Baker (213) 740-2261 at the University of Southern California.
We are currently seeking 14-15 year old twins within driving distance of USC, which is near downtown Los Angeles. All types of twins within this age range are eligible, including monozygotic (identical), dizygotic (fraternal) like-sex and unlike-sex pairs. Families participating in a 5- to 6-hour laboratory visit will be compensated for their time and travel expenses. Please contact Mafalda Barton in our offices (213-740-2259) for more information.
The Southern California Twin Project is directed by Dr. Laura A. Baker , who is a faculty member in the Psychology Department at the University of Southern California . The Twin Project staff includes research faculty, graduate students, undergraduate research assistants, lab technicians and administrators.
Twins or their family members may find out more about the Southern California Twin Project, or sign up for the register by sending an e-mail to: usctwins@usc.edu.
Click here for a
picture of some of our staff! See the staff directory for
additional contact information.
OTHER WEBSITES ABOUT TWINS
National
Organization for Mothers of Twins Clubs.
This website holds an enormous of information for parents of multiples.
This information consists of articles, twin participation in research studies
and, where and how to a join local twin club.
The Center for Study of Multiple Birth
This website provides information about multiple births and supports research
about the causes, effects, and problems associated with multifetal pregnancy.
Welcome to Parents of Twins/Multiples
This user friendly, mailing list for parents of twins or multiples is organized
into helpful categories. Examples include how to tell identicals apart,
whether or not to separate multiples in school, and traveling with multiples.
The Twins Foundation
This foundation provides information about twins through its publications, its national
Twin Registry and its mulimedia resource center.
Twins Magazine
This website is an information resource for parents about subscriptions, books,
and special gifts for twins or multiples. In addition, various selected
articles are available online.
International Society for Twin
Studies
The ISTS promotes research and public education in all fields related to twins
and twin studies.
Twinsworld
The ultimate site for twins, triplets, and other multiples.
Twinstuff
Web community for twins, triplets-and-higher, and their families. Includes
bulletin boards and newsletters about raising twins.
Twins Advice
Support service for mothers of twins, primarily focused on the first year.
Twins Help!
Information and products for multiple birth families, including clothing and
products for twins, articles and humorous essays.
The California Twin Program
“The other” twin register at USC, established to investigate human health and
disease outcomes. Their studies
primarily involve adult twins born in the State of California.
MESSAGE BOARDS FOR PARENTS OF MULTIPLES
Interesting and helpful sites for parents of twins (and more!) to communicate with other parents.
The Parent Club
Articles and message boards on parenting, health care issues, relationships and
schooling.
Parents Place
iVillage.com center for parents. Connect with other mothers and fathers about
school, health care, playgroups and more.
Thanks to Alexandra Davies, Julie Moffitt & Mafalda Barton for help
putting together this web site!
last update 8/30/2002
