Talking it out: CBT and coaching may curb emotional eating in obesity

NCT ID NCT06632171

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Inonu University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested an 8-week psychoeducation program combining cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing in 81 adults with obesity. The goal was to reduce emotional eating and increase psychological resilience. Participants were assessed before, right after, and 3 months after the program. The control group received no intervention.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing-based psychoeducation program
What this could lead to: If effective, this program could offer a simple, non-drug way to help people with obesity manage emotional eating and build psychological resilience.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with 81 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the program requires active participation and commitment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Emotional Eating Obesity obesity disorder

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OBESITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Muş State Hospital and Muş Central Healthy Life Center

Muş, Muş, 49000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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