Eating Disorders Program

Adolescents with Anorexia Nervosa

In conjunction with Dr. Walter Kaye and his research team, Dr. Amanda Bischoff-Grethe is seeking female participants between 12 and 18 years of age who have a recent (within the last six months) diagnosis of Anorexia Nervosa. Qualified participants will be asked to answer questions regarding their personality and cognitive abilities and will also undergo a 1.5 hour brain imaging study.  By participating in this research study, you may assist physicians and researchers in developing treatments for these complex and serious disorders. You may be compensated up to $175 plus mileage.

For more information, please contact the UCSD Eating Disorder Treatment and Research Program at (858) 534-8019 or by email at edresearch@ucsd.edu. We look forward to working with you

 

Family therapy at no cost for teens with Anorexia Nervosa

UCSD Eating Disorders Treatment and Research Program is conducting a research study comparing two different types of family therapy with adolescents with Anorexia Nervosa. The study includes nine months of family therapy provided at no cost. We are seeking families with teens who are between the ages of 12-18 and are fearful of gaining weight even though under ideal body weight.

For more information, please contact UCSD Eating Disorder Treatment and Research Program at (858) 534-8058 or email edresearch@ucsd.edu.

Women who have recovered from Anorexia and/or Bulimia Nervosa

UCSD Eating Disorders Treatment and Research Program is conducting a research
a neuroimaging research study on those who have recovered from Anorexia and/or Bulimia Nervosa. This research study will help us examine the neurobiology of Eating Disorders. Women who may qualify are:


• Between ages 18-45
• With normal height and weight
• No serious medical problems
• No current Medications (birth control ok)

If you are interested in participating, have any questions or would like further information, please contact:
(858) 534-8062 or edresearch@ucsd.edu.

Women who have recovered from Anorexia Nervosa, ages 18 - 45

UCSD Eating Disorder Research and Treatment Program is currently conducting a study examining the affect of amphetamine on women who have recovered from Anorexia Nervosa as well as women who have never had an eating disorder.

• Women who have recovered from Anorexia Nervosa and women who have never had an eating disorder ages, 18-45 years
• Must be medication and drug-free for at least 3 months (birth control ok)
• Must be recovered at least 12 months
• Must be in good general health

The study will be held on two consecutive days on the UCSD campus in La Jolla, CA and will also include two separate medical check appointments prior to participation. You may receive up to $300 for the completion of the study.

If you are interested in participating, have any questions or would like further information, please contact:
(858) 534-8062 or edresearch@ucsd.edu.


Parents of 8-12 Year Olds:

Are you worried about your child's weight?

Overweight children ages 8-12 and their parents are needed for a guided self-help behavioral weight loss research study. Children may qualify if they are between the ages of 8 &12, meet medical criteria for overweight, and have a parent willing to participate. Participants who qualify will participate in a study that includes a manual and 13 twenty minute visits over 6 month, and may be compensated up to $150 for completing surveys.

For more information please call 858-205-8219 or e-mail kidsweight@ucsd.edu

Parents of 13-16 Year Olds:

  1. Does your child continue to snack or eat even after a full meal?
  2. Are you concerned about your adolescent's weight?
If yes, you and your adolescent may qualify for a UCSD research study.  Adolescents may qualify if: Parents and adolescents who qualify will be asked to:

Each participating family can receive up to $150 in gift cards.

For more information please call 858-205-8219 or e-mail kidsweight@ucsd.edu

If you have any questions or would like more information about any of the above research studies, please call (858) 534-8019 or email edresearch@ucsd.edu.