Can a phone app tame disordered eating? small study tests personalized Self-Help
NCT ID NCT05920720
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a self-guided smartphone program for women with disordered eating. Twenty women used their phones to track eating habits for two weeks, then received two personalized treatment modules. Researchers checked if the program was easy to use and if it helped reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression over two months.
What this could mean
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Active substance
self-guided personalized mobile treatment modules
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a convenient, low-cost way for women to manage disordered eating symptoms on their own.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study with only 20 participants and no control group. Results may not apply to everyone, and the app may not be effective for all users.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Eating Anxiety Treatment Laboratory and Clinic
Louisville, Kentucky, 40205-1016, United States