Clinical trials
Anorexia Nervosa clinical trials
Below are recruiting anorexia nervosa clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 90 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - 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 - NCT05554172Recruiting
Non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation during refeeding for low weight
This study tests whether a painless device that stimulates the vagus nerve can help teens who are underweight and working on refeeding (a structured nutrition plan). It aims to see if this treatment improves outcomes while you’re gaining weight.
New York, New YorkAges 14–22 - NCT05763849Recruiting
Therapy exposure for teens with low weight eating issues
This trial tests a structured therapy approach called “interoceptive exposure” for teens who have an eating disorder with low weight. It may help some teens reduce fear or avoidance around body sensations and improve eating, but you must meet several health and safety criteria.
New York, New YorkAges 12–18 - NCT06085092Recruiting
Open vs blind weighing for teens and young adults with eating disorders
This trial compares two ways of weighing people in an eating disorder program: seeing your weight on the scale or not seeing it. The goal is to find out which approach helps reduce anxiety about weight gain.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 12–24 - NCT06497101Recruiting
A therapy with support for adults with anorexia nervosa
This study tests a new type of therapy called Temperament Based Therapy with Support (TBT-S) for adults with anorexia nervosa. It involves bringing a support person to sessions to help with recovery.
OsloAges 18 years+ - NCT06711783Recruiting
Treating anorexia in teens with family therapy
This study tests a family-based treatment for adolescents diagnosed with anorexia nervosa. It aims to see if this therapy helps teens recover and avoids the need for more intensive care.
ÖrebroAges 11–17 - NCT06869590Recruiting
Study of antibodies in anorexia with liver damage
This study looks for certain antibodies in the blood of people with anorexia nervosa who also have liver problems. It aims to understand if these antibodies contribute to liver damage, which may help find new ways to treat or prevent this complication.
MarseilleAges 6–65 - NCT06942858Recruiting
Boosting therapy for anorexia with brain stimulation
This trial tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS) can help cognitive-behavioral therapy work better for people with anorexia nervosa. It aims to improve outcomes by targeting brain areas linked to thinking and behavior.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–35 - NCT07060534Recruiting
Healthy eating and self-esteem program for KU students
This trial tests a program designed to help university students with bulimia or binge-eating disorder build healthier eating habits and improve self-esteem. It is a remote study that uses a smartphone app.
Lawrence, KansasAges 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+ - NCT06792227Enrolling by invitation
Family-based eating disorder treatment at home for teens
This trial tests a family-based treatment program for teens with eating disorders and other mental health conditions, delivered at home. It aims to help families support recovery together.
Almelo, OverijsselAges 12–18 - NCT06779838Enrolling by invitation
Group EFT for eating difficulties in student counselling
This trial tests if group Emotional Freedom Techniques (a type of talking therapy that combines focusing on emotions with tapping on certain body points) can help students with eating concerns. You might join if you have mild to moderate eating or body image issues and are already linked with your school's counselling service.
Royal Tunbridge Wells, KentAges 18 years+ - NCT05170919Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Olanzapine vs mirtazapine for weight loss in advanced cancer
This Phase 2 study tests whether the medicines olanzapine or mirtazapine can help people with advanced cancer who are losing weight without trying. It looks at improving unintentional weight loss when standard cancer care is also ongoing.
Englewood, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT04966858Enrolling by invitation
Personalized refeeding to improve hospital weight gain
This study tests a more personalized way to restart eating (“refeeding”) in the hospital to help people gain weight more safely. It’s mainly for teens and young adults with anorexia nervosa who have signs of medical instability.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 12–24
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for anorexia nervosa?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 90 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.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.