Brain zapping study aims to untangle compulsive eating in anorexia
NCT ID NCT06138782
First seen Feb 02, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study looks at brain activity in 20 people with anorexia nervosa to understand compulsive behaviors. Researchers use brain scans and a non-invasive technique called TMS to see if targeting a specific brain area can help. The goal is to find better ways to treat anorexia in the future.
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, California, 94107, United States
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