Incentive Processing and Learning in Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa
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Observational Study
Anorexia Nervosa
Bulimia Nervosa
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
Healthy Volunteers Welcome
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 39
- Sex
- Female
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 252 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of California, San Diego · Other
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About This Trial
The purpose of this study is to investigate areas of the brain responsible for 'liking', 'wanting', and learning in adults with eating disorders using brain imaging techniques, computer tasks, a test meal, and self-report questionnaires and interviews. The investigators will study changes in brain activity using a procedure called functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). This study will inclu…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
Eating Disorder Group:
* Between the ages of 18 and 39 years old
* Meet DSM-V criteria for AN-R, AN-BP, or BN
Healthy Control Group:
* Between the ages of 18 and 39 years old
* Have maintained 85% to 120% ideal body weight since menarche
Exclusion Criteria:
All Groups:
* P…
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