Recruiting NA Type 1 Diabetes

Compares treatment options for Type 1 Diabetes

Official title Study Comparing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to Supportive Diabetes Counseling and a Waitlist Control for Eating Disorders in Type 1 Diabetes

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05540704

What this study is testing

What it's testing
The goal of this clinical trial is to test whether a new intervention works to treat eating disorders in type 1 diabetes. Participants are assigned to one of the following: (1) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), (2) Supportive Diabetes Counseling, or (3) a 6-month Waitlist Control.
  • Which group you join is decided by chance.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 16 to 50

You may be able to join if

  • Primary Cohort
  • 16-50 years of age
  • Diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes
  • Eating disorder characterized by binge eating and/or problematic weight control behaviors, including withholding insulin (Bulimia Nervosa, Binge...
  • Independently manages diabetes (not reliant on a caregiver) Expansion Cohort

You likely can't join if

  • Active suicidal ideation
  • Diagnosis of Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder or Anorexia Nervosa spectrum diagnoses
  • Hypoglycemic unawareness as assessed by the Gold Method and multiple severe episodes of hypoglycemia requiring 3rd party assistance in the last 2...
  • Current substance abuse disorder or current or past psychotic disorder
  • NonEnglish speaking
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • Primary Cohort
  • 16-50 years of age
  • Diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes
  • Eating disorder characterized by binge eating and/or problematic weight control behaviors, including withholding insulin (Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating and Purging Disorder spectrum diagnoses)
  • Independently manages diabetes (not reliant on a caregiver) Expansion Cohort
  • 16-50 years of age
  • Diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes
  • DEPR-R score \>=20 but does not meet criteria for the primary cohort Primary and Expansion Cohort
What rules you out
  • Active suicidal ideation
  • Diagnosis of Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder or Anorexia Nervosa spectrum diagnoses
  • Hypoglycemic unawareness as assessed by the Gold Method and multiple severe episodes of hypoglycemia requiring 3rd party assistance in the last 2 years
  • Current substance abuse disorder or current or past psychotic disorder
  • NonEnglish speaking

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Durham, North Carolina, United States
  • Providence, Rhode Island, United States

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 16 years to 50 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Durham, North Carolina, United States; Providence, Rhode Island, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.