Brain scans for eating disorders
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study uses MRI brain scans to see if the structure of the brain differs in people with eating disorders. It aims to understand how these conditions affect the brain, which might help improve treatment in the future.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 14 years old.
- You need a formal diagnosis of an eating disorder (like anorexia, bulimia, or binge-eating disorder).
- You should not have any other mental health or brain conditions (such as depression, anxiety, or epilepsy).
- Your IQ must be 70 or above.
- You must be able to have an MRI scan without metal implants, a pacemaker, or severe claustrophobia.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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