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Which talk therapy works best for binge eating? a Head-to-Head trial aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07698132

Disease control Sponsor: Herlev and Gentofte Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 13, 2026 · Last updated Jul 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests three different intensities of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) against standard treatment to see which best reduces binge eating episodes in adults with binge eating disorder. Over 21 weeks, participants receive individual therapy sessions ranging from low to high intensity. The goal is to find the most effective approach to help people stop binge eating and maintain control long-term.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Enhanced (CBT-E)
What this could lead to
If successful, this trial could identify the most effective intensity of psychotherapy for treating binge eating disorder, helping more people achieve lasting control over binge eating.
What could go wrong
The trial compares different talk therapies, not a new drug or cure. Results may show only modest differences between groups, and long-term abstinence from binge eating is challenging to maintain.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 256 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jun 2024

Expected to finish

Dec 2032

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Binge Eating Disorder according to DSM-5 criteria * 18-65 years of age * Fluent Danish speaker Exclusion Criteria: * Concurrent psychotherapeutic treatment * Use of weight loss medications within the last month (i.e., GLP-1 receptor antagonists) * Suicidal ideation or suicidality * Psychosis or psychotic disorders * Mania or bipolar disorder * Drug misuse disorder * Alcohol misuse disorder * Cluster B personality disorders in the severe range (diagnosed) * Dosage of Antidepressants, Antipsychotics and Stimulants must be stable for at least 6 months

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

binge eating disorder Binge-Eating Disorder eating disorder Feeding and Eating Disorders

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Binge eating Binge eating behaviour Binge eating disorder associated with obesity Binge eating disorders Binge eating episodes Binge eating/loss of control eating Binge-eating disorder Eating disorder binge Eating disorders

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mental Health Centre Ballerup

    RECRUITING

    Ballerup Municipality, Capital Region, 2750, Denmark

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