Empathy study seeks to unravel binge eating and social struggles in obesity

NCT ID NCT07201662

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how empathy—understanding and sharing others' feelings—relates to binge eating and relationship problems in adults with obesity. Researchers will test 155 people in a nutritional program using emotion-recognition tasks and questionnaires. The goal is to better understand these connections, not to test a treatment.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to
If successful, this research could point toward better psychological support strategies for people with obesity and binge eating disorder.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures empathy and difficulties, so it won't directly change outcomes for participants.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Binge-Eating Disorder Obesity obesity disorder Overweight

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Clinique les Peupliers

    Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France

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