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New treatment option for Eating Disorders (Excluding Anorexia Nervosa)
Official title Building Healthy Eating and Self-Esteem Together for University Students
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07060534
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Eating disorders (EDs) are a critical concern on college campuses. Moreover, since the COVID-19 pandemic, ED prevalence has increased by 62% in university women and 140% in university men.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 65
You may be able to join if
- Age ≥ 18 years.
- Student enrolled at KU.
- Bulimia nervosa (BN) or binge-eating disorder (BED) (or sub-threshold BN or BED).
- Access to a smartphone.
- No uncorrected vision problems that would interfere with ability to participate in the study.
You likely can't join if
- Presence of current moderate/severe suicidal ideation with active intent.
- Significant psychopathology that could interfere with treatment (e.g., current substance-use disorder or psychosis).
- Medical conditions or medications that could interfere with treatment (e.g., Type 1 diabetes mellitus, cancer, current pregnancy or nursing, taking...
- Lab abnormalities indicating medical instability (e.g., low heart rate, electrolyte disturbance, acute medical complications of malnutrition) or...
- Already receiving therapy for an ED.
- Positive screen for anorexia nervosa (AN), atypical AN (AAN), and/or low body weight (i.e., BMI \< 19.5) or avoidant and restrictive food intake...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age ≥ 18 years.
- Student enrolled at KU.
- Bulimia nervosa (BN) or binge-eating disorder (BED) (or sub-threshold BN or BED).
- Access to a smartphone.
- No uncorrected vision problems that would interfere with ability to participate in the study.
- Students taking psychotropic medications must be on a stable therapeutic dose for four weeks prior to study enrollment.
- Able to read and speak fluent English.
- Presence of current moderate/severe suicidal ideation with active intent.
- Significant psychopathology that could interfere with treatment (e.g., current substance-use disorder or psychosis).
- Medical conditions or medications that could interfere with treatment (e.g., Type 1 diabetes mellitus, cancer, current pregnancy or nursing, taking corticosteroids, etc.).
- Lab abnormalities indicating medical instability (e.g., low heart rate, electrolyte disturbance, acute medical complications of malnutrition) or another medical problem that would prevent outpatient care as determined...
- Already receiving therapy for an ED.
- Positive screen for anorexia nervosa (AN), atypical AN (AAN), and/or low body weight (i.e., BMI \< 19.5) or avoidant and restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Lawrence, Kansas, 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, 18 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Lawrence, Kansas, 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.