Brain scans reveal how fasting and eating impact Self-Control in bulimia
NCT ID NCT04409457
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at how eating and fasting affect self-control in women with and without bulimia nervosa. Researchers used brain scans and computer tasks to see differences in behavior and brain activity. The goal was to better understand what drives bulimia symptoms. 100 adult women took part in the study.
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Center of Excellence in Eating and Weight Disorders at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
New York, New York, 10029, United States
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