[RebbieDoll]

The Anorexia Nervosa Genetics Initiative (ANGI) is the largest and most rigorous genetic investigation of eating disorders ever conducted. Researchers in the United States, Sweden, Australia, and Denmark will collect clinical information and blood samples from over 8,000 girls and women with anorexia nervosa and individuals without an eating disorder.

ANGI represents a global effort to detect genetic variation that contributes to this potentially life-threatening illness. The goal of the research study is to transform our knowledge about the causes of eating disorders to work toward greater understanding and ultimately a cure.

If you have suffered from anorexia nervosa at any point in your life, you can help us achieve this goal. Your contribution would include a brief 30-minute interview and a blood sample. If you have never had anorexia nervosa, but still want to contribute, we invite your participation as well.

Only with your participation can we achieve our goal of eliminating this devastating illness.

ANGI-Anorexia Nervosa Genetics Initiative — UNC Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders

I'm participating in this study and wanted to share in case anyone is interested. It's really easy, you don't have to do much, and it's SUCH important research.

[buttrfli42481]

I also participated in this study. All I had to do was have my lab draw blood. And I got a $25 amazon.com giftcard for it.