Bulimia nervosa

This early study tests a new therapy called PRIDE for sexual minority individuals (lesbian, gay, bisexual, etc.) who have an eating disorder. The therapy aims to reduce internalized stigma and improve coping with stress related to their identity. Thirty participants will attend u…

This study tests whether a two-week online self-compassionate letter-writing exercise can reduce shame and guilt about weight and body image, and increase readiness for treatment in people with eating disorders. 160 adults with anorexia, bulimia, or binge-eating disorder who are …

This study tests a type of therapy called cognitive remediation therapy (CRT) for women with eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia, or binge-eating disorder. CRT aims to improve thinking skills such as flexibility, planning, and impulse control, which are often affected in thes…

This study tests whether a digital self-help app called Juniver can reduce symptoms of eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating. 300 adults in the UK and US will use the app for 12 weeks and report their symptoms. The app includes therapy-based lessons, interacti…

This study investigates how the brain processes anticipation of rewards in people with bulimia nervosa. Researchers will use brain scans (fMRI) and daily-life surveys to compare 100 participants—those with bulimia and healthy controls. The goal is to identify neural and psycholog…

This study uses brain scans to see how negative feelings change food choices and reward processing in people with binge eating disorders. Researchers will compare healthy individuals, those with obesity, and people with binge eating disorder or bulimia. The goal is to understand …