Brain scans reveal hidden link between masking and anorexia in autism

NCT ID NCT07098156

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Aberdeen Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how autistic people who also have anorexia nervosa differ in brain structure and behavior from autistic people without anorexia. Researchers want to understand if 'masking' (acting non-autistic to fit in) is linked to eating disorder symptoms and brain changes. Participants will fill out questionnaires and get an MRI scan. This is an observational study, not a treatment trial.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anorexia nervosa autism

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANOREXIA NERVOSA AUTISM

Contacts and locations

Locations

Lilian Sutton Building
RECRUITING

Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, AB25 2ZD, United Kingdom
NHS Grampian Eating Disorder Services
RECRUITING

Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, AB25 2ZD, United Kingdom

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