Group therapy shows promise for bulimia nervosa in new study

NCT ID NCT06063278

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a specific group therapy for bulimia nervosa in 100 patients. Half received the therapy in 9-10 sessions, while the other half were placed on a waiting list. Researchers measured eating disorder symptoms before, after, and two years later to see if the therapy helps and how it works.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

group therapy (behavioral intervention)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could provide an effective group therapy option for bulimia nervosa, reducing symptoms and improving quality of life.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed trial with no blinding and a waitlist control, so results may be influenced by expectation or natural recovery. Long-term benefits are uncertain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bulimia nervosa

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau

    Barcelona, 08041, Spain