Brain chemical serotonin may drive food avoidance in anorexia
NCT ID NCT05155280
First seen Feb 06, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 13 times
Summary
This study looked at how serotonin, a brain chemical, influences the brain circuits that cause people with anorexia nervosa to avoid food. Researchers used brain scans to compare serotonin activity in women with anorexia and healthy women. The goal was to better understand the brain mechanisms behind food avoidance, but the study was ended early and did not test any treatment.
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CHU de Saint-Etienne
Saint-Etienne, 42055, France
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