Guided Self-Help CBT for Binge Eating Disorder

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Yale University

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial tests a self-help program for people with binge eating who can't see a doctor. It uses a book for guidance and phone calls from volunteers for support. The goal is to see if this method can help improve their eating habits and quality of life.

Research Team

Gabe Gavito, MS

Principal Investigator

National Eating Disorders Association

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for adults over 18 who have contacted the National Eating Disorder Association about binge eating or disordered overeating. They must be able to speak, read, and understand English and consent to guided self-help plus study assessments. It's not for those pregnant, breastfeeding, underweight (BMI <20), currently in treatment for an eating disorder or a serious psychiatric condition like bipolar disorder or drug dependence.

Inclusion Criteria

I am 18 years old or older.

You have contacted the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA) due to issues with binge eating or overeating.

Completed NEDA screen and study screen

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Exclusion Criteria

I am currently being treated for a mental health condition.

You are currently being treated for an eating disorder.

Self-reported weight body mass index (BMI) <20

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Treatment Details

Interventions

Cognitive behavioral therapy guided self help (CBTgsh) (Behavioral Intervention)

Trial OverviewThe trial tests a guided self-help intervention using a self-help book with telephone support from trained volunteers. The aim is to see if this approach can help people unable to access professional treatments for binge eating disorders by improving their quality of life and psychological functioning.

Participant Groups

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Self-help CBTExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Evidence based book detailing self-help program to follow plus Telephone support from a non specialist guide