BINGE-EATING DISORDER

This study tested whether a combination of two medications (naltrexone and bupropion) can help people with binge-eating disorder and obesity reduce their binge-eating episodes and lose weight. Participants were adults aged 18 to 64 who met criteria for binge-eating disorder and h…

This study looked at 34 adults with both type 2 diabetes and binge eating disorder. Participants received talk therapy to address binge eating, and researchers checked if this also helped their diabetes and heart health. The goal was to see if treating binge eating can improve bo…

This study looked at whether the medication lisdexamfetamine (LDX) can help adults with binge-eating disorder and obesity avoid relapsing after initial treatment. 61 participants who responded to acute treatment were randomly assigned to continue LDX or switch to a placebo. The g…

This study tested an online guided self-help program for teenagers aged 12 to 17 who have binge eating episodes and are above a healthy weight. Over four months, participants completed weekly online sessions and were interviewed afterward. The goal was to see if the program was p…

This study tested a device that sends magnetic pulses to the brain (rTMS) to see if it can reduce binge-eating in adults over 22. Twenty-three people received six treatments and filled out questionnaires about their eating habits and comfort. The main goal was to see if binge-eat…

This pilot study tested a new medication called BP1.4979 in 67 women with moderate to severe binge eating disorder. The goal was to see if the drug could safely reduce the number of binge eating episodes per week compared to a placebo. The study is completed, and results will hel…

This study tested whether an 18-week digital program combining mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy is acceptable and feasible for adults with binge eating disorder. 17 participants used the program at home. The goal was to see if people liked it and completed it, not to …

This study tested a new medication called centanafadine in 147 adults with moderate to severe binge eating disorder. Participants took either a low dose, a high dose, or a placebo pill daily for several weeks. The main goal was to see if the drug could reduce the number of days p…

This study tested a device that sends magnetic pulses to the brain (rTMS) to see if it can reduce binge-eating in adults over age 22. Sixteen participants received six treatments and filled out questionnaires about their eating habits and comfort. The main goal was to see if bing…

This study looked at whether people with binge eating disorder have a disrupted body clock. Researchers compared 43 adults with and without the condition, measuring melatonin levels and activity patterns. The goal was to understand the role of the circadian system in binge eating…

This study looked at how acute stress and negative emotions influence eating behavior in women with binge-eating disorder. Researchers used brain scans to measure activity in reward and self-control areas during decision-making tasks. The goal was to understand why stress can tri…

This study checked if children and teens with obesity who used a combined digital and in-person treatment tool later showed signs of eating disorders like anorexia or binge eating. Researchers reviewed medical records of 312 patients treated at a children's hospital in Sweden. Th…

This completed pilot study looked at how exercise influences appetite in 28 women who experience loss of control eating, such as binge eating disorder or bulimia. Researchers measured food intake and appetite-related hormones after exercise versus rest. The goal was to gather ini…

This study looked at how women who have had bulimia or binge-eating disorder experience pregnancy, body changes, and healthcare after giving birth. Researchers interviewed 28 women to understand their challenges and how well doctors and nurses supported them. The goal is to impro…

This study followed 1,100 adults with severe obesity who were taking the weight-loss drug WEGOVY. Researchers tracked weight changes over 12 months and looked for patterns in who responded best. They also used artificial intelligence to find which factors—like eating habits or bl…