Can talking about your thoughts help treat eating disorders?
NCT ID NCT06693089
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study is testing a type of talk therapy called Metacognitive Interpersonal Therapy (MIT-ED) for adults with various eating disorders, including those who are underweight. The therapy aims to help people understand and manage the negative thoughts and feelings that drive their eating disorder. 64 participants will receive up to 40 therapy sessions over about 10 months, and researchers will track changes in eating symptoms, emotional regulation, and self-esteem.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Metacognitive Interpersonal Therapy for Eating Disorders (MIT-ED) - a psychological therapy
What this could lead to
If this therapy works, it could offer a new way to treat various eating disorders by helping people manage difficult emotions and thoughts.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early pilot study with no control group, so results may not be definitive. The therapy is time-intensive (up to 40 sessions) and may not work for everyone.
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Locations
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Centro Trattamento Integrato Disturbi Alimentari e Obesità
Verona, Italia, 37122, Italy
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Centro Trattamento Integrato Disturbi Alimentari e Obesità
Verona, Verona, 37122, Italy