Brain response to food smells and tastes in anorexia nervosa
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study uses brain scans to see how the brain reacts to food smells and tastes in women with long-lasting anorexia nervosa. It aims to understand the brain's role in anorexia, which could help improve treatments.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman over 18 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with anorexia nervosa for at least 5 years.
- Your previous treatments have not helped enough over the last year.
- You have a body mass index (BMI) below 18.5.
- You are not pregnant, not smoking, and have no problems with smell or taste.
- You are able to read and write French and are covered by social security.
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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