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Official title Impact of a Mobile App-Based Waitlist Intervention on Readiness for Eating Disorder Treatment
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06801197
What this study is testing
What is MI-Coach: ED Mobile App?
MI-Coach: ED Mobile App is an investigational medicine, given as an once-weekly, being studied as a potential treatment for eating disorders.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The goal of this randomized controlled trial is to evaluate whether a mobile app-based motivational interviewing intervention (MI-Coach: ED) can improve motivation and readiness for treatment in adults with eating disorders who are currently on waitlists for provincially funded eating disorder services in British Columbia. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does the use of MI-Coach: ED improve overall motivation, confidence, and readiness for treatment compared to treatment-as-usual (waitlist with no intervention)?
- 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 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Must self-identify as a woman, including cisgender or transgender individuals.
- Must be at least 18 years old at the time of enrollment.
- Currently on a waitlist to receive treatment for an eating disorder at provincially funded eating disorder programs in British Columbia.
- Meets criteria for a threshold or subthreshold eating disorder, including anorexia nervosa (restricting or binge/purge subtype), bulimia nervosa...
- Able to read and understand English fluently.
You likely can't join if
- Does not identify as a woman, regardless of sex assigned at birth.
- Currently receiving active treatment for an eating disorder, such as outpatient therapy, inpatient care, or day programs.
- Diagnosed with a schizophrenia-spectrum disorder or other psychotic disorder.
- Presence of a cognitive impairment or sensory deficit (e.g., severe visual or hearing impairment) that would interfere with the ability to use the...
- History of a recent traumatic brain injury or neurological condition that might impact participation.
- Any condition that, in the opinion of the investigators, would interfere with the participant's ability to comply with the study protocol or complete...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Must self-identify as a woman, including cisgender or transgender individuals.
- Must be at least 18 years old at the time of enrollment.
- Currently on a waitlist to receive treatment for an eating disorder at provincially funded eating disorder programs in British Columbia.
- Meets criteria for a threshold or subthreshold eating disorder, including anorexia nervosa (restricting or binge/purge subtype), bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, or other specified feeding or eating disorder...
- Able to read and understand English fluently.
- Owns or has regular access to a smartphone or mobile device capable of running the MI-Coach: ED app.
- Does not identify as a woman, regardless of sex assigned at birth.
- Currently receiving active treatment for an eating disorder, such as outpatient therapy, inpatient care, or day programs.
- Diagnosed with a schizophrenia-spectrum disorder or other psychotic disorder.
- Presence of a cognitive impairment or sensory deficit (e.g., severe visual or hearing impairment) that would interfere with the ability to use the app or complete study assessments.
- History of a recent traumatic brain injury or neurological condition that might impact participation.
- Any condition that, in the opinion of the investigators, would interfere with the participant's ability to comply with the study protocol or complete the intervention.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
- Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada; Surrey, British Columbia, Canada; Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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