Neurofeedback During Eating for Bulimia Nervosa

The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of noninvasive prefrontal cortex (PFC) neurofeedback during eating in women with bulimia nervosa (BN) using a wearable brain imaging device, functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). The investigators will examine how this training may influence inhibitory control and BN symptoms.

Inclusion criteria:

- Female

- Aged 18 to 35 years

- Meet diagnostic criteria for bulimia nervosa

- Currently between 85 and 130% of the expected weight for height

- English-speaking

Exclusion criteria:

- Ongoing medical treatment, major medical condition, or psychiatric disorder that may interfere with study variables or participation

- Current psychotherapy focused primarily on eating disorder symptoms

- Pregnancy or planned pregnancy, or lactation during the study period

- Allergy to ingredients in the standardized meal or in the shake

Conditions:
• Bulimia
• Bulimia Nervosa