Clinical trials
Eating Disorders clinical trials
Below are recruiting eating disorders clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 132 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06103929Recruiting
Adult eating disorder assessment study
This study aims to improve how eating disorders are assessed in adults. It will test a new assessment tool (called SCAN) to see if it works well for people who have been referred to specialist eating disorder services.
LeicesterAges 16 years+ - NCT06514456Recruiting
Physical activity urge questionnaire in eating disorders
This study tests a new questionnaire that measures how often people with eating disorders feel the urge to be physically active. It may help doctors better understand and support patients.
MilanAges 16–65 - NCT06518954Recruiting
Eating disorder triggers in athletes
This study looks at what triggers eating disorders in athletes. If you are a competitive athlete—either with or without a history of an eating disorder—you may be able to join and help researchers understand these triggers better.
FredrikstadAges 16–50 - NCT06851273Recruiting
Guided self-help for families of teens with anorexia
This study tests a guided self-help program for families of teens with anorexia nervosa. It is designed to be completed online from home, with support from a trained therapist.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 12–100 - NCT06858774Recruiting
Using light therapy to improve sleep and eating in binge eating disorder
This study tests if a special light device can help reset your body's clock, improve sleep, and reduce binge eating urges. You'll use the device at home and report changes in your sleep and appetite.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07295197Recruiting
Oral signs for early eating disorder screening
This study looks at signs in your mouth that might help detect eating disorders early. Dentists will examine your teeth, gums, and oral tissues to see if they can spot clues that could lead to faster diagnosis and care.
BolognaAges 18–40 - NCT07339969Recruiting
Food choices for people with eating disorders
This study looks at how people with eating disorders make food choices. It aims to understand their preferences to improve support and treatment.
LiverpoolAges 18 years+ - NCT06878976Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Long-term safety study of solriamfetol for binge eating
This study tests the long-term safety of the medication solriamfetol for people with binge eating disorder who have already completed a previous study with the same drug. You may be eligible if you finished that earlier study and your health hasn't changed significantly.
Encino, CaliforniaAges 18–56 - NCT05726721Recruiting
Study of treatment targets for binge eating disorder
This trial studies how binge eating disorder behaves during treatment and compares patterns over time. It may help by improving future treatment approaches for people with binge eating disorder.
Aarhus, Central JutlandAges 18 years+ - NCT06914219Recruiting
Eating disorder screening after weight loss surgery
This study tests a program to screen for and treat eating disorders in people who have had weight loss surgery. It aims to find and help those struggling with eating issues after surgery.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 19 years+ - NCT05885971Recruiting
Screening for eating disorders during pregnancy
This study looks at ways to detect eating disorders in pregnant women. It may help doctors identify concerns earlier and offer support sooner during pregnancy.
PoitiersAges 18 years+ - NCT05712057Recruiting
Brain stimulation vs therapy for emotion regulation problems
This trial compares a type of brain stimulation (rTMS) to therapy to help people better manage strong emotions. You may be eligible if you have ongoing difficulties with emotion control and meet specific mood, anxiety, or related symptom criteria.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–55 - NCT06863909Enrolling by invitation
Journaling plus cognitive behavioral therapy for better results
This trial explores whether adding journaling to your regular cognitive behavioral therapy sessions helps you feel better more quickly. You keep seeing your therapist as usual, just add a few minutes of writing each day.
TübingenAges 18–65 - NCT05651295Recruiting
Smartphone precision study to improve emotion regulation
This trial tests a precision approach delivered through a smartphone to better track and target how you manage strong emotions. It may help if you have ongoing difficulty regulating emotions day to day.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06413433RecruitingPhase 3
Solriamfetol for binge eating disorder
This study tests whether a drug called solriamfetol can help reduce binge eating episodes. It works on brain chemicals involved in mood and appetite control.
Encino, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT06847399RecruitingPhase 2
Tirzepatide for Binge Eating Disorder
This trial tests if tirzepatide (a weekly injection) can help reduce binge eating compared to a placebo or another medication (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate). It may be a good fit for people with moderate or severe binge eating disorder who also have a high body weight.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06012045Recruiting
Cue exposure therapy for emotional eating
This study tests a new therapy that helps people who eat in response to negative emotions, like stress or sadness. It may help you break the link between feelings and overeating.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT07589621Recruiting
Managing Appearance Worries Through Behavioral Therapy
This study tests two approaches to help people who struggle with anxiety about their appearance: one focuses on gradually reducing safety behaviors (like mirror checking), while the other teaches muscle relaxation techniques. You'll use your smartphone to complete the program.
Tallahassee, FloridaAges 18–65 - NCT05879679Recruiting
Testing a new craving-thinking model for bulimia and binge eating
This study looks at whether a new approach that focuses on how you think about cravings fits people with bulimia or binge eating disorder. If you qualify, you may be asked questions or do study tasks to see if the model matches your experiences.
QuébecAges 18–65 - NCT06474689Recruiting
EMDR vs. CBT for obese women with binge eating
This trial tests two therapy approaches – EMDR and CBT – to see which works better for women with both obesity and binge eating disorder who are already staying in an Italian hospital. The study focuses on how these treatments may help with eating behaviors and emotional healing.
Piancavallo, VerbaniaAges 18–65 - NCT06792981Recruiting
Digital school program to prevent eating disorders in pre-teens
This trial tests a digital program for schools to help prevent eating disorders in pre-teens. It is designed for 5th and 6th graders and involves activities and questionnaires.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Santa Cruz de TenerifeAges 10–13 - NCT07466069Recruiting
Healthy lifestyle program for transgender teens
This trial tests a lifestyle program designed to prevent obesity and eating disorders in transgender and gender-diverse adolescents. It aims to support healthy habits and well-being during a critical developmental stage.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 10–14 - NCT06560957Recruiting
Timed eating for bipolar depression study
This study tests if a timed eating schedule (eating within a set window each day) can help improve depression symptoms in people with bipolar disorder. The goal is to see if this eating pattern can stabilize mood and energy.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18–55 - NCT07458100Recruiting
Step-by-step digital therapy for emotional disorders
This trial tests a digital stepped-care program for people with emotional disorders like depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, or eating disorders. It uses online tools to help manage symptoms, and you may access different levels of support based on your needs.
BeijingAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for eating disorders?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 132 recruiting eating disorders 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 eating disorders 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 eating disorders 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.