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This research is led by an institution external to EDV and may be triggering for people impacted by eating disorders. Please read all the information provided below before deciding to participate. If you have any concerns about this, please consider speaking to your treatment team, someone you trust or contact the lead researcher. While research is important, your wellness and recovery should always be priority. A reminder that the EDV Hub is here for any Victorian who would like to discuss eating disorder concerns.

Effectiveness of non-invasive brain stimulation for people with anorexia nervosa

Research institution: Orygen 
Researcher:
Dr Andrea Phillipou
Contact: Sharla Cartner on 0424 902 488 or [email protected]

Participants are sought for a treatment trial assessing the effectiveness of non-invasive brain stimulation for people with anorexia nervosa. The purpose of this study is to see whether a type of brain stimulation, called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), helps improve symptoms in people with anorexia nervosa.

tDCS involves a low electrical current being administered to your scalp. This is a very common technique that is used for improving symptoms in various conditions, as well as enhancing performance on certain tasks in healthy people.

The trial will involve 10 days of tDCS treatment over two weeks, with assessments at different time points.

To be eligible to participate in this study, you must be

  • 18 yo
  • Female
  • Right- handed
  • Have a current diagnosis of anorexia nervosa
  • Are located in Melbourne, Australia

For further information or to register your interest, please contact Sharla Cartner on 0424 902 488 or [email protected].

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