Clinical trials
Anorexia clinical trials
Below are recruiting anorexia clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 99 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT06112964Recruiting
Brain and behavior changes in cancer-related weight loss
This study looks at changes in thinking, behavior, and brain structure that can happen when people with cancer lose weight and appetite (called cachexia). Researchers will use questionnaires and brain scans to understand these changes, which may help improve care for people with cancer.
CambridgeAges 18 years+ - 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 - 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+ - NCT06592963Recruiting
Understanding long-term eating disorders and recovery
This study looks at severe and lasting eating disorders to better understand recovery and needed support. It uses information from a past local registry and ongoing interviews with people who have had symptoms for at least seven years.
Uppsala, Uppsala CountyAges 18 years+ - 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 - 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 - 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+ - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT07231120RecruitingPhase 1
Testing SXRN injection for cancer-related weight loss
This trial tests a new injection called SXRN for people with advanced cancer who have lost weight and appetite (cancer cachexia). The goal is to see if it is safe and might help improve weight and appetite.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - 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 - 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+ - NCT07408505Recruiting
New appetite drug for weight loss in advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a new form of a drug (nano-megestrol acetate) to help people with advanced pancreatic cancer who are losing weight and have poor appetite. It aims to see if it can improve cachexia, a condition of severe weight loss and muscle wasting.
JinanAges 18–75 - 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 - NCT04923087Recruiting
Sound and eating pleasure study for older adults
This trial tests if listening to sounds while eating can make the experience more enjoyable for older adults in hospitals or nursing homes. If you are 65 or older and can safely eat cookies, you may be eligible.
NiceAges 65 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for anorexia?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 99 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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