COPE Eating Disorder Research Participation

The following research studies are in progress:

If you're interested in participating, see the contact information under each study below.

Anorexia and Bulimia Research Study

Volunteers needed for eating disorder research study.

What we'll study	Researchers at UPMC are conducting a study to better understand relations between cognitive function and eating disorder symptoms in adults with anorexia nervosa (AN) and bulimia nervosa (BN).
Who can participate	You may be eligible to participate if you: Are between the ages of 18 and 55 years old Have anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa (evaluation will be provided at no cost to you) Are medically stable (evaluation will be provided at no cost to you) Have no history of head trauma Are not pregnant
How we'll conduct the study	Study participants will complete: Interviews Questionnaires Computer tasks Brain imaging scan Computer tasks and brain imaging scan will be conducted on time at baseline. Interviews and questionnaires will be conducted three times at baseline and after 3 and 6 month follow-ups. Participants can receive up to $375 for taking part in study activities.
Who to contact	For more information, please call the AN-BN Cognition Study at (412) 246-6377

Search for more research studies at the University of Pittsburgh's Office of Clinical Research.