Clinical trials
Anorexia clinical trials
Below are recruiting anorexia clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 98 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 - 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 - NCT05563649Recruiting
Online guided family self-help for teens with anorexia
This trial tests whether an online, guided “self-help” program that involves the family helps teens with anorexia recover better than usual care. It aims to improve eating and reduce anorexia symptoms while being delivered from home.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 12–18 - NCT05632497Recruiting
Testing gut microbiome changes in adults with anorexia
This study looks at how changing the gut bacteria (microbiome) may affect people hospitalized for anorexia nervosa. You may be eligible if you’re an adult with a very low BMI and meet the study’s timing and health requirements.
VillejuifAges 18 years+ - NCT05682417Recruiting
Testing how body image distortion affects recovery in anorexia
This study looks at how feeling “out of place” in your body relates to whether anorexia symptoms go into remission and whether weight returns. If you qualify, you may be asked to complete study tasks while your recovery is followed over time.
BronAges 15 years+ - 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+ - NCT05812950Recruiting
Group therapy for complex eating disorders with cost review
This study tests whether group schema therapy helps people with complex eating disorders and also looks at whether it is cost-effective. It may help if you have anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or a related diagnosis and can take part in Dutch-language group sessions.
BredaAges 16 years+ - NCT05931549Recruiting
Brain and stress hormone study in severe anorexia
This study looks at cortisol (a stress hormone) and brain activity in people with anorexia nervosa, especially in the hippocampus and insula areas. It may help researchers understand what is going on in the brain and stress system, which could guide better treatments in the future.
OdenseAges 18–50 - NCT06091306Recruiting
Study of family therapy for teens with anorexia
This study looks at how families change during a special type of therapy called multifamily therapy (where several families meet together) for teens with anorexia nervosa. The goal is to understand what helps families improve, so doctors can make treatment better.
Paris, Île-de-France RegionAges 6 years+ - NCT06144905Recruiting
Norwegian Gut Bacteria Study in Anorexia Nervosa
This study looks at gut bacteria in women with anorexia nervosa compared to healthy women. It aims to understand how gut health relates to the condition and recovery.
Ås, ÅsAges 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 - NCT06198023Recruiting
Improving social skills for anxiety and eating disorders
This study looks at whether a program focused on improving social skills can help people with anxiety or eating disorders. It’s for young adults ages 18–30 who have had these conditions in the past year but are currently stable.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–30 - 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+ - 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+ - NCT06286930Recruiting
Brain stimulation for teens and women with anorexia
This trial tests a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS to see if it helps people with anorexia nervosa. It is for females aged 15 to 30.
Dallas, TexasAges 15–30 - NCT06332963Recruiting
Trial on body image and internal body signals in anorexia
This study explores how the brain senses internal body signals linked to body image in anorexia. It may help develop better treatments by understanding these connections.
Tulsa, OklahomaAges 13–50 - 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 - NCT06437002Recruiting
Body perception study in anorexia and bulimia
This study explores how people with anorexia or bulimia perceive their own bodies. You will complete simple mental tasks about moving your hands, feet, and whole body, which may help researchers understand body image distortions. Participation is voluntary and involves no medications or treatments.
Milan, MIAges 18–55 - NCT06528158Recruiting
Speech groups for children with a sibling with anorexia
This study offers group speech therapy sessions for children whose sibling has anorexia nervosa. It helps them talk about their feelings and experiences in a supportive setting.
ToulouseAges 8–18 - NCT06532734Recruiting
Barrett's Esophagus in people with purging eating disorders
This study checks if long-term purging (vomiting) in people with eating disorders can damage the tube that connects your mouth to your stomach (called the esophagus). The goal is to see how common Barrett's esophagus (a precancerous change) is in this group.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18–65 - NCT06540703Recruiting
Ketogenic diet and brain health in anorexia recovery
This study tests whether a ketogenic (high-fat, low-carb) diet affects brain function in people who have recovered from anorexia nervosa. It aims to see if this diet could help improve eating disorder symptoms.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–45 - NCT06566612Recruiting
Understanding decisions in anorexia and bulimia through MRI
This study uses brain scans to understand how people with eating disorders make decisions and learn. It may help find better treatments for anorexia and bulimia.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–39 - NCT06624397Recruiting
A new support program for carers of people with anorexia
This study is testing a support program for carers (family members or partners) of people with severe or hard-to-treat anorexia nervosa. The program is online, so you can join from home, and aims to help carers feel more supported.
Glasgow, ScotlandAges 18 years+ - NCT06792071Recruiting
RO DBT for teens with hard-to-treat eating disorders
This study tests whether a type of therapy called Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO DBT) can help teens ages 14-19 who have restrictive eating disorder symptoms that haven't improved with previous treatment. It focuses on skills for managing overcontrol, which can make recovery harder.
UppsalaAges 14–19
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for anorexia?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 98 recruiting anorexia 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 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 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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