New app aims to curb binge eating in overweight teens

NCT ID NCT06819813

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study is testing a mobile app designed to help teenagers who struggle with binge eating and are overweight or at risk for obesity. The app uses strategies from cognitive-behavioral therapy to improve self-regulation and eating habits. Fifty teens will use the app for 16 weeks, and researchers will measure how usable and acceptable the app is, as well as changes in eating behaviors and body mass index.

What this could mean

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Active substance: mobile app with cognitive-behavioral therapy strategies
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a convenient, scalable tool to help teens reduce binge eating and manage weight.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage pilot study focused on usability and feasibility, not effectiveness. The app may not lead to lasting changes or work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

binge eating disorder Binge-Eating Disorder Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BINGE EATING BINGE EATING DISORDER OBESITY

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Locations

Northwestern University

Chicago, Illinois, 60208, United States
University of Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States

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