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Neurofeedback for Anorexia Nervosa

N/A
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Led By Guido Frank, MD
Research Sponsored by University of California, San Diego
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
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Age 18-45 years old
Age 18-45 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to 9 days
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Study Summary

This trial will explore the neural and behavioral responses of people with Anorexia Nervosa and Atypical Anorexia Nervosa to better understand and develop new treatments for these severe psychiatric illnesses.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for individuals aged 18-45 with Anorexia Nervosa or Atypical Anorexia, who are right-handed (EHI-R LQ > +200), speak English primarily, and women must have a regular menstrual cycle. Excluded are those with psychiatric disorders, substance abuse issues, medical conditions affecting eating/weight, pregnancy/breastfeeding in the last 3 months, contraindications to MRI, or significant head trauma.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study aims to understand how stress affects people with anorexia using neurofeedback and psychophysical methods. It will assess neural and behavioral responses to stress in participants with AN or AAN compared to healthy controls within the same age range.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial involves non-invasive techniques like neurofeedback and MRI scans rather than medication or invasive procedures, side effects may include discomfort from being in an MRI machine but typically no severe physical side effects are expected.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I am between 18 and 45 years old.
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I am between 18 and 45 years old.
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My weight has been within 10% of the average since puberty.
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I am diagnosed with anorexia, fear gaining weight, see my body differently, and haven't had a period in over 3 months.
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I have been diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa.
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I am between 18 and 45 years old.
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I have been diagnosed with Atypical Anorexia Nervosa.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to 9 days
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to 9 days for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) brain activation in response to stress during a body size estimation task
Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) brain activation in response to stress during a taste reward task
Secondary outcome measures
Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA)

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: BehavioralExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Negative Affect Task

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of California, San DiegoLead Sponsor
1,117 Previous Clinical Trials
1,519,988 Total Patients Enrolled
15 Trials studying Anorexia Nervosa
1,314 Patients Enrolled for Anorexia Nervosa
Guido Frank, MDPrincipal InvestigatorUniversity of California, San Diego
5 Previous Clinical Trials
175 Total Patients Enrolled
5 Trials studying Anorexia Nervosa
175 Patients Enrolled for Anorexia Nervosa

Media Library

Negative Affect Task Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05834816 — N/A
Anorexia Nervosa Research Study Groups: Behavioral
Anorexia Nervosa Clinical Trial 2023: Negative Affect Task Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05834816 — N/A
Negative Affect Task 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05834816 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Are there any age restrictions for enrollment in this trial?

"This trial is admitting applicants aged 18 or above, but no older than 45."

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Is recruitment still open for participants in this trial?

"Absolutely. According to the data hosted on clinicaltrials.gov, recruitment for this clinical trial is still in progress and began on May 1st 2023 with a recent update made April 17th 2023. 300 participants are being recruited from one medical centre."

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Who is most suited to serve as a subject for this research?

"To be eligible, potential participants should have anorexia nervosa and fall within the ages of 18 to 45. This trial is recruiting up to 300 individuals."

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What is the scope of participants in this clinical investigation?

"Affirmative. As evidenced by the details provided on clinicaltrials.gov, this medical trial launched on May 1st 2023 and is actively recruiting participants, with a 300-person quota at one site."

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~200 spots leftby Mar 2029