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A video Game-Style app takes on eating disorder prevention

NCT ID NCT07807774

Prevention Sponsor: Duke University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 08, 2026 · Last updated Sep 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers at Duke University are testing FlexED, a smartphone-based gamified intervention designed to help young women aged 18 to 25 who are at risk for eating disorders. The program uses interactive exercises and games based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to teach psychological flexibility around body-image thoughts and feelings. Participants complete seven 20-minute sessions over about eight weeks, along with online questionnaires, with a final check one month later. The study aims to see if this digital approach is acceptable and feasible for broader use.

What this could mean

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Active substance
FlexED, a digital gamified intervention based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
What this could lead to
If it works, FlexED could offer a scalable, engaging early intervention to reduce eating disorder risk in young women.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study, not a proof of effectiveness. Results may not generalize beyond the specific group tested, and digital interventions often face high dropout rates.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 100 people

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Started

Aug 2026

Expected to finish

Jul 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 25 years

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Female between the age of 18-25 years old. Exclusion Criteria: * Non-English speaking

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Conditions

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eating disorder Feeding and Eating Disorders

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Body image Eating disorders

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Duke University Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Durham, North Carolina, 27705, United States

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