BINGE-EATING DISORDER

This Yale University study tested whether a combination of two existing medications (naltrexone and bupropion) could help people with binge-eating disorder and obesity. The trial specifically looked at patients who didn't respond well to initial treatments, comparing the medicati…

This Yale University study tested whether a medication called lisdexamfetamine (LDX) could help people with binge-eating disorder and obesity maintain their progress after initial treatment. The Phase 3 trial involved 61 adults who had already responded well to earlier therapy. R…

This study tested whether a new, once-daily pill called centanafadine could help reduce binge eating days in adults with moderate to severe binge eating disorder. Researchers compared two different doses of the medication against a placebo (a pill with no medicine) in 147 partici…

This study looked at over 1100 adults with severe obesity who were prescribed the weight-loss medication Wegovy. Its main goal was to see how much weight people lost after one year and to figure out which types of patients responded best. Researchers used detailed health data and…

This study tested whether treating binge eating disorder (BED) could also help improve type 2 diabetes. Researchers worked with 34 adults who had both conditions, providing them with therapy focused on changing eating behaviors. They measured changes in binge eating episodes, blo…

This study tested whether a medication called BP1.4979 could help reduce binge eating episodes in women with moderate to severe binge eating disorder. Over 8 weeks, 67 participants received either the active drug or a placebo pill to compare effects. Researchers measured changes …

This study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation device could help reduce binge-eating episodes. Twenty-three adults with binge-eating disorder received six treatments with the device over a few weeks. Researchers measured changes in their binge-eating symptoms, comfort…

This small pilot study tested whether an online guided self-help program is practical and acceptable for teenagers struggling with binge eating and higher weight. Eight teens aged 12-17 tried a four-month program with weekly online sessions. The main goal was to see if teens woul…

This small study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation device could help reduce binge eating in adults. Sixteen participants received six treatments with the device and reported on their binge eating behavior and comfort levels. The main goal was to see if the treatment…

This small study tested a new 18-week online program that combines mindfulness meditation and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for people with binge eating disorder. The main goal was to see if the program was easy to use and practical for participants, not to prove it worked. …

This study investigated whether disruptions in the body's natural 24-hour clock (circadian rhythm) contribute to binge eating disorder. Researchers compared the sleep-wake cycles of 43 adults with and without the disorder. They then tested if a treatment combining morning light a…

This study aimed to learn more about the pregnancy and postpartum experiences of women who have had eating disorders like bulimia or binge-eating disorder. Researchers interviewed 28 women to understand their feelings about body changes and their interactions with pregnancy healt…

This study aimed to understand how stress and negative emotions affect the brain and decision-making in people with binge-eating disorder. Researchers used brain scans (fMRI) to measure activity in reward and control centers while 77 women made everyday decisions, like choosing s…