In recognition of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, NIMH is hosting a livestream event featuring NIMH grantee Cynthia Bulik, Ph.D. on February 25, 2021.
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In this message for National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, Dr. Gordon highlights NIMH-funded research aimed at reducing the impact of eating disorders.
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A new study has identified early risk factors that predicted heightened anxiety in young adults during the coronavirus pandemic.
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In a study supported by NIMH, researchers have developed a computerized adaptive screener that can help identify youth at risk for attempting suicide.
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This concept aims to support efforts addressing potential ethical issues associated with research focused on the human brain and resulting from emerging technologies and advancements supported by the BRAIN Initiative.
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