Clinical trials
Anorexia Nervosa clinical trials
Below are recruiting anorexia nervosa clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 82 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05290285Recruiting
Amino acids for anorexia nervosa, compared with placebo
This study tests whether taking certain amino acids can help people with anorexia nervosa. Participants are randomly assigned to amino acids or a placebo (a look-alike with no active ingredient) to see which works better.
Garda, ItalyAges 16–50 - NCT06166355Recruiting
Virtual reality treatment for anorexia in children under 14
This trial tests if a virtual reality body exposure program can help children under 14 with anorexia nervosa improve their relationship with their body image. The treatment is designed to be less scary and more engaging than traditional therapies.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges Up to 14 years - NCT07113665RecruitingPhase 1
Focused ultrasound brain treatment for severe anorexia
This trial tests if focused ultrasound can help people with severe anorexia nervosa who also have obsessive-compulsive disorder or major depression. It is for those who have not gotten better with other treatments.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT06218472Recruiting
Early day hospital treatment for teens with anorexia
This study tests whether starting day hospital treatment early helps teenagers with anorexia nervosa improve their eating habits and supports their families. It is for adolescents who have had anorexia for less than one year and are not severely underweight.
Paris, IDFAges 12 years+ - NCT05477537Recruiting
Physical activity program for teens and adults with anorexia
This trial studies an adapted, supervised physical activity program as part of treatment for people with anorexia nervosa. It may help improve physical function and overall well-being during specialized eating-disorder care.
LilleAges 12–40 - NCT05788042Recruiting
Neurostimulation therapy for anorexia nervosa
This trial tests whether targeted brain stimulation (a non-surgery treatment) can help symptoms of anorexia nervosa. It may be an option if you can safely take part and meet the trial’s mental health and testing requirements.
Sydney, New South WalesAges 16 years+ - NCT06211517Recruiting
Teens' experiences with medication for anorexia
This study explores how adolescents with anorexia feel about taking antidepressants or antipsychotics. It aims to understand their experiences to improve care.
Paris, IDFAges 12 years+ - NCT03224091Recruiting
Study of people with eating disorders followed over time
This study follows people with eating disorders over time to better understand symptoms and how they change. You may benefit by contributing to research that can improve care and support.
Ballerup Municipality, Capitol RegionAges 18–65 - NCT05862389Recruiting
Study of how eating disorders work in the brain
This trial studies the underlying brain and behavior mechanisms of anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa. It may help researchers understand what drives these conditions and what could be targeted in future treatments.
BeijingAges 13–35 - NCT06431854Recruiting
New treatment program for teens with eating disorders
This trial tests a program called MINERVA for teens aged 12-17 with an eating disorder who haven't gotten better with standard treatments. The goal is to see if this new approach helps when other treatments haven't worked.
BarcelonaAges 12–17 - NCT07600671Recruiting
Smartphone-Based Eating Disorder Support Study
This study tests a new way to help people with eating disorders using a smartphone app that tracks eating behaviors and provides support. Researchers will use your phone data to understand your eating patterns and help develop better treatments.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 18–70 - NCT06752304Recruiting
A long-term study of severe eating disorders
This study follows people with long-term eating disorders to understand how the condition changes over time. It may help researchers improve care for those who have struggled for years.
UppsalaAges 14 years+ - NCT07478510Recruiting
Cognitive evaluation for eating disorders
This study looks at thinking skills in people with certain eating disorders. It aims to understand how the brain works in these conditions, which may help improve future treatments.
Pavia, PVAges 14–65 - NCT06874348Recruiting
Brain scans to understand eating disorders
This study uses functional MRI to observe brain activity at rest in people with anorexia or bulimia. The goal is to learn more about how eating disorders affect the brain.
FlorenceAges 12–40 - NCT07237607Recruiting
AI chatbot for teens and young adults with eating disorders
This trial is testing a new AI chatbot to support teens and young adults with eating disorders. If you are in an outpatient program at Penn State Health, the chatbot might help you manage your recovery.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 12–26 - NCT07212075Recruiting
Digital twin study for mental health in diabetes
This study uses digital twins—a virtual model of your health—to track how your mental health changes with diabetes. It aims to find patterns that could help personalize mental health care.
Bad Mergentheim, Baden-WurttembergAges 18–80 - NCT06594913Recruiting
Eating Disorders Genetics Study
This study looks at genes linked to eating disorders. It compares people who have had certain eating disorders (like anorexia or bulimia) with people who have never had any eating problems, to find genetic differences.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 12–99 - NCT04806620Recruiting
Online app study for brain inflammation lifestyle data
This study uses a digital platform (app/website) to collect lifestyle and symptom information to better understand brain inflammation. You may qualify if you have certain conditions like Long COVID, migraines, autoimmune disease, inflammatory gut issues, mood disorders, or if you are a healthy comparison person.
Delafield, WisconsinAges 2 years+ - NCT04174703Enrolling by invitation
Compassionate letter-writing to support eating disorder treatment
This study looks at whether writing compassionate letters can help people better prepare for a group eating disorder treatment program. It is specifically for adults with anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating disorder who are able to start the program.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 17 years+ - NCT07188155Recruiting
Adapting exposure therapy for teens with anorexia
This study is testing a new way to adapt exposure therapy for teens with anorexia nervosa. It aims to help you and your family find more effective ways to manage eating disorder symptoms in an outpatient setting.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 14–17 - NCT06399263RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin for anorexia in young adults
This trial tests whether a single dose of psilocybin (a psychedelic substance) can help treat anorexia nervosa in young adults. It involves taking the medication in a safe, supervised setting and participating in therapy sessions with a support person.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–25 - NCT03913962Recruiting
Exercise study for children with chronic or autoimmune conditions
This study looks at how physical activity affects muscle, metabolism (how your body uses energy), and body composition in children with certain chronic or autoimmune conditions. It may help doctors understand what types of exercise and monitoring are most beneficial and safe.
Clermont-FerrandAges 6–18 - NCT07772167Recruiting
Understanding stomach and gut symptoms in functional dyspepsia
This study uses brain scans (MRIs) and a test meal to understand how the brain and stomach communicate in people with functional dyspepsia (ongoing pain or fullness). This could help improve treatments by identifying how people with this condition feel and process stomach sensations differently.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT07274722Recruiting
How losing control affects thinking in anorexia
This study looks at how feeling a lack of control might change the way people with anorexia nervosa think and process information. It may help doctors better understand the disorder and improve treatment.
PoitiersAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for anorexia nervosa?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 82 recruiting anorexia nervosa studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a anorexia nervosa trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a anorexia nervosa trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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