The National Centre for Mental Health currently have two opportunities available for you to get involved in research:
1.) Join our Research Community – our online study is open to everyone aged 18 and over
2.) Take part in the Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) study.
The National Centre for Mental Health (NCMH) wants to understand why some people experience problems with their mental health. By comparing information from people who have experienced mental health problems with information from people who have not, we hope to learn more about the factors that may make some people more likely to become unwell than others.
To do this, we’re asking people to complete our online survey. The survey is confidential and collects information such as your contact details and personal information, like your ethnicity and date of birth. There are also questions about your mental and physical health, as well as your lifestyle.
Depending on the information you provide, such as any diagnoses, we may contact you to collect further information or invite you to take part in other research studies as part of our Research Community.
The survey is open to both people who have experienced mental health difficulties, and those who have not. This helps us to compare information and learn more about what factors make some people more susceptible to these illnesses. We are particularly interested in speaking to individuals who have experienced an eating disorder.
Join thousands of other people who have already taken part by completing the online study today.
Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is an eating disorder which is complex and misunderstood; not much is known about its manifestations and underlying causes. As a result, many individuals and families lack the necessary resources and support, whilst clinicians are finding it difficult to diagnose and treat.
By taking part in the ARFID study, you can help us learn more about the nature of ARFID and pave the way for better clinical practices and outcomes for those affected.