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Behavioral Intervention

Improve self-image - Recommended for Binge Eating

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Recruiting
Research Sponsored by Northwestern University
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 1 week
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial aims to study how different aspects of a mobile intervention for binge eating and weight-related behaviors affect people and in what order they are most effective.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for individuals struggling with obesity, bulimia, binge eating disorder, or frequent binge eating episodes. Specific eligibility criteria are not provided.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests the FoodSteps behavioral intervention through a micro-randomized trial to determine which parts of the mobile app are most effective for different people and in what order.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects are not detailed but may include emotional distress or frustration if participants do not see immediate improvements in their behaviors.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~1 week
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 1 week for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Weekly change in binge eating

Trial Design

10Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Limit unhealthy dieting behaviors - RecommendedExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: Limit unhealthy dieting behaviors - AssignedExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group III: Increase physical activity - RecommendedExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group IV: Increase physical activity - AssignedExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group V: Increase healthy eating behaviors - RecommendedExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group VI: Increase healthy eating behaviors - AssignedExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group VII: Improve self-image - RecommendedExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group VIII: Improve self-image - AssignedExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group IX: Improve mood - RecommendedExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group X: Improve mood - AssignedExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Northwestern UniversityLead Sponsor
1,589 Previous Clinical Trials
916,787 Total Patients Enrolled
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)NIH
2,359 Previous Clinical Trials
4,314,292 Total Patients Enrolled

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the current number of participants being enrolled in this clinical research study?

"Indeed, the details on clinicaltrials.gov indicate an ongoing recruitment drive for subjects to join this investigation. The trial was initially listed on 3/21/2024 and most recently revised on 3/30/2024. A total of 300 individuals are sought from a single designated site."

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Are researchers currently accepting participants for this study?

"Affirmative. Records on clinicaltrials.gov reveal that this research study is presently in search of eligible participants. Initially shared on March 21, 2024, the trial was last revised on March 30, 2024. The aim is to recruit a total of 300 individuals from one designated site."

Answered by AI
~200 spots leftby Sep 2026