Neuropsychiatric Research Institute

Research Studies at NRI and EDI
NRI and EDI are currently conducting research studies on eating disorders and other neurophychiatric disorders.

If you are interested in participating in one of our studies or would like further information please see the research opportunities below or call one of the following numbers if you wish to inquire about other studies not posted below: 701-293-3056 or 1-877-299-3511

Longitudinal Assessment of Bariatric Surgery
LABS is a National Instites of Health (NIH)-funded consortium or six clinical centers and data coordinating center working in cooperation with NIH scientific staff to plan, develop, and conduct coordinated clinical, epidemiological, and behavioral research in bariatric surgery. LABS has brought together experts in bariatric surgery, obesisty research, internal medicine, endocrinology, behavioral science, outcomes research, epidemiology, and other relevant fields to plan and conduct studies that will analyze the risks and benefits of bariatric surgery and its impact on the health and well-being of patients with extreme obesity, and identify the kinds of patients who are most likely to benefit. The consortium has developed a database for collecting standardized information on patients undergoing bariatric surgery at the participating clinical centers. Rigorously collected information on patient characteristics, types of surgery, medical and psychosocial outcomes, and economic factors will ultimately provide science-based information on the risks and benefits of bariatric surgery. This information should lead to rational recommendations for clinical care.

For Information please contact:
Jamie Roth
NRI
700 First Ave S.
Fargo, ND 58103
Phone: 701-365-4947 or 1(877)299-3511

AN Palm

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.

For Information please contact:
Chad Lystad
NRI
700 First Ave S.
Fargo, ND 58103
Phone: 701-365-4918 or 1-877-299-3511

Free Compulsive Shopping Treatment Program

Free Compulsive Buying Treatment Program offered for:

Male or female adult individuals with symptoms of compulsive buying willing to participate in 10 weeks of treatment and a 6 month follow up visit.

Research Participants will receive at no cost:

Psychological Assessment to determine eligibility
One of Two Treatments for Compulsive Buying

Participants will be paid $30 for the 6 month follow-up visit.

Currently recruiting at Minneapolis site only.

For more information please contact Aimee at (612) 627-1995 or via email at: ariki002@umn.edu

All calls confidential.

For Information please contact:
Aimee

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Phone: 612-627-1995 or 1(877)299-3511

ICAT for Bulimia Nervosa

Integrative Cognitive Affective Therapy for Bulimia Nervosa

Individuals ages 18 and older who have symptoms of bulimia 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 aims to compare a new form of treatment for bulimia nervosa to the treatment most commonly used. If an individual is interested in the study, she or he will be asked to participate in a series of interviews and questionnaires followed by 16 weeks of free treatment. Immediately following treatment, and again after 4 months have passed, there will be further interviews to determine the effectiveness of the treatment given.

If you are interested in this study and would like further information please call

701-365-4918 or 701-365-4948

(Toll free: 1-877-299-3511 ext 4918 or 4948)

For Information please contact:
Chad
NRI
P.O. Box 1415
Fargo, ND 58107
Phone: 701-293-1335 or 1(877)299-3511

Medication Blood Level Study Featured Study

This is a 12-hour study involving blood draws and one dose of an antidepressant medication.

NRI is seeking participants who are:

aged 18-60
non-smokers
have never had any weight-loss surgery OR have had gastric bypass surgery in the last 9-15 months.

$300 for study completion.

For more information on this study, please contact Josh (701) 365-4970 or Jenn (701)365-4949.

For Information please contact:
Josh or Jenn
NRI
120 S. 8th St.
Fargo, ND 58103
Phone: 701-293-1335 or 1(877)299-3511