Understanding how attention and memory affect binge eating
Official title: Attention and memory contributions to the maintenance of binge eating
Funded at North Dakota State University · NIH-10974549 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how paying attention to food and remembering past experiences with eating can affect cravings and binge eating in people with binge eating disorder and bulimia nervosa, with the hope of finding better ways to help manage these challenges.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R15 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | North Dakota State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fargo, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2024 |
| Project end | August 14, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $470,808 |
| NIH project number | 1R15MH137623-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10974549 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with binge eating disorder or bulimia nervosa who experience recurrent binge eating episodes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have binge eating disorder or bulimia nervosa may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of attention and memory in binge eating behaviors, particularly in individuals with binge eating disorder and bulimia nervosa. By using ecological momentary assessment and electroencephalography, the study will explore how exposure to food cues influences cravings and binge eating episodes. The goal is to identify the mechanisms that contribute to the maintenance of binge eating, which could lead to more effective treatments for these eating disorders.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies for individuals struggling with binge eating disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the psychological mechanisms behind eating disorders, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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North Dakota State University
Fargo, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Johnson, Jeffrey Scott — North Dakota State University
- Study coordinator: Johnson, Jeffrey Scott
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.