Women ages 18 and older who have symptoms of Anorexia Nervosa are invited to take part in a research project.  This study is being conducted by the Neuropsychiatric Research Institute (NRI) and the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences.  This study provides us with information about Anorexia Nervosa – there is no treatment involved.  Participants will be asked to complete a series of interviews and questionnaires, a blood draw, and a brief physical exam.  After completing this portion of the study you will be asked to carry a palm pilot with you continuously for 2 weeks.  During this time the palm pilot will randomly beep you 6 times/day to answer a series of questions on the palm pilot (2-3 minutes).  You will also be asked to record certain behaviors on the palm pilot as they occur throughout the day.  In addition, you will be called three times over the 2-week period to report your daily food intake.

You will be paid $100 for each week that you carry the palm pilot.  You may also earn a $50 bonus for responding to the palm pilot beeps on time -- a total of $250.

The Neuropsychiatric Research Institute of Fargo is conducting a study to examine the cognitive effects of obesity. Male and female volunteers are needed who are overweight and not planning on having bariatric surgery in the next two years. Participation involves 4 research visits over the course of 2 years. Earn up to $200 for your participation.