Teen obesity linked to brain changes in emotional memory
NCT ID NCT03776513
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at how being obese as a teenager might affect emotional memory and the connections between two key brain areas: the amygdala and hippocampus. Researchers compared obese and normal-weight adolescents aged 12-17 using MRI scans while they performed memory tasks. The goal was to understand if obesity during this critical developmental period alters brain function related to emotions and memory.
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Bordeaux University Hospital
Bordeaux, 33079, France