Kindness over calories: new study tests Self-Compassion for body dissatisfaction
NCT ID NCT06084260
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether nutritional counseling based on self-compassion works better than traditional diet advice for women who feel unhappy with their bodies. 194 women aged 25-59 took part. The goal was to see if a kinder, gentler approach could reduce body dissatisfaction and unhealthy eating habits better than focusing on dieting.
This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for BODY DISSATISFACTION are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
-
Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, 90035-903, Brazil
More trials for these conditions
Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.
- Danish website aims to improve youth mental health – does it work?
- New study tests quick online fix for eating problems in rural areas
- Can a phone app tame disordered eating? small study tests personalized Self-Help
- Could a digital tool for obesity uncover hidden eating disorders in kids?
- Sleep your way to recovery? digital program hopes to boost eating disorder treatment
- Stomach signals may unlock secrets of food addiction