๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-01-05

Neurobiological and Psychological Maintenance Mechanisms Associated With Anticipatory Reward in Bulimia Nervosa (NCT04917068)

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Interventional Protocol ๐Ÿ“Š Observational Clinical Research Sponsor: University of Minnesota

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The purpose of this investigation is to identify the potentially crucial role of anticipatory reward mechanisms maintaining bulimic behavior (i.e., binge eating and purging) in bulimia nervosa (BN). The research will investigate neural and psychological anticipatory processes in BN, both in the scanner and the natural environment.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Minnesota โ€” Minneapolis, Minnesota

Age range: 18 Years to 55 Years

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๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Minnesota โ€” Minneapolis, Minnesota

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (612) 273-9811

Email: peter161@umn.edu

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๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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