Clinical trials
Eating Disorders clinical trials
Below are recruiting eating disorders clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 126 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07218302RecruitingPhase 2
Chatbot for eating disorder support trial
This study tests a chatbot to help people with eating disorder symptoms who are not currently in treatment. It aims to see if the chatbot can provide support and improve well-being.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06878976Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Long-term safety of solriamfetol for binge eating disorder
This study looks at the long-term safety and effectiveness of the medication solriamfetol for people with binge eating disorder. If you were in the earlier SOL-BED-301 study, this gives you a chance to continue treatment and see how it works over a longer time.
Encino, CaliforniaAges 18–56 - 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+ - 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 - NCT05664516RecruitingPhase 2
Oxytocin treatment study for binge eating disorder adults
This Phase 2 trial tests whether oxytocin (a hormone-like medication) can reduce binge-eating symptoms in adults with binge-eating disorder (including related conditions like bulimia or certain feeding/eating disorders). You may be eligible if your symptoms match the trial’s specific diagnosis rules and you can safely take the study medication.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–70 - 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+ - NCT07795333Recruiting
Preventing body dissatisfaction in teen athletes
This study aims to prevent body dissatisfaction and eating disorders in adolescent athletes by offering a program at sports-specialized schools in Norway. If you are a student athlete, you may be able to join to learn healthy habits and improve your relationship with your body.
Oslo, KringsjåAges 13–17 - 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+ - 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+ - 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 - 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+ - 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT05863598Recruiting
Program to reduce body dissatisfaction in teens and young adults
This study tests a prevention program aimed at lowering body dissatisfaction in people ages 15–20. It focuses on strengthening protective factors that may help reduce the risk of developing eating disorders.
SolnaAges 15–20 - NCT07435974Recruiting
Online treatment for binge eating in Chile
This trial tests an online program to help adults in Chile who have frequent binge eating and are overweight. It aims to reduce binge eating and improve health without changing your current medications if they are stable.
Temuco, La AraucaníaAges 18 years+ - NCT06978452Recruiting
Youth mental health: tracking development and outcomes
This study looks at how young people's mental health develops over time. It compares youth who have already sought help for mental health concerns with those who haven't, to better understand what helps or hinders well-being.
Montreal, QuebecAges 9–25 - NCT06208605Recruiting
Personalized eating disorder treatment study
This study is testing a new way to personalize treatment for people with an active eating disorder (except ARFID). It aims to find what works best for you.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 18–65 - NCT07435818Recruiting
Metacognitive training for anorexia in teens
This study tests a video-based training program that helps teens with anorexia nervosa think differently about eating disorder thoughts. It aims to see if this approach is helpful and practical for outpatient care.
LouresAges 13–19
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for eating disorders?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 126 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.