How brain arousal and hormones affect eating disorders in young girls
General Brain Arousal and Risk for Eating Disorder
['FUNDING_R01'] · ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI · NIH-10872278
This study is looking at how hormonal changes during early teenage years affect brain development and the chances of binge eating disorders, especially in girls, to see how boys and girls might be different in this regard.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10872278 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how hormonal changes during early adolescence influence brain development and the risk of binge eating disorders, particularly in girls. It aims to understand the differences between boys and girls in their susceptibility to these disorders by examining the role of gonadal hormones on brain networks related to arousal, reward, and emotional control. The study will involve both baseline assessments and a two-year follow-up to track changes over time, using advanced computational models to analyze the data.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are girls aged 10 to 13 who are in the early stages of adolescence.
Not a fit: Boys or individuals outside the specified age range may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and prevention strategies for eating disorders in young girls.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding hormonal influences on behavior, making this approach both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SCHULZ, KURT P. — ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI
- Study coordinator: SCHULZ, KURT P.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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