Neuroimaging in Youth and Young Adults with Type 1 Diabetes

02 May Neuroimaging in Youth and Young Adults with Type 1 Diabetes

One in five adolescents and young adults with type 1 diabetes exhibit disordered eating behaviors (DEB)—nearly twice the rate among healthy peers and affecting females more than males. Several studies show that those with DEB have worse health outcomes.

Researchers at the Seattle Children’s Hospital want to learn more about changes in the brain of adolescents with type 1 diabetes.

If you decide to take part in this 2-hour study, you would complete:
1. Questionnaires
2. A fasting blood draw
3. Body measurements including a DXA Scan
4. Brain imaging (magnetic resonance imaging – MRI).

If you participate in the study, you will receive up to $125 in gift cards and free parking.

Research is always voluntary!

Participant Eligibility

You may be a good fit for this study if you or your child are:
– Male or Female
– Between the ages of 15-25 years old
– Willingness to complete blood draw, MRI and body measurements
– English speaking

For Diabetes Group:
– Has had type 1 diabetes for at least 1 year
– On either subcutaneous insulin injection or insulin pump therapy

For Healthy Control Group:
– No diabetes
– Body mass index 18-25 kg/m2 or < 85%-ile

Please complete this brief survey to find out if you are eligible to participate:
https://redcap.iths.org/surveys/?s=H4T3WCW8P4JWR8X3

Contact

Kathleen Santarelli
(206) 884-1061