Digital education aims to ease bigorexia in young Gym-Goers
NCT ID NCT07311005
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a 12-week nurse-led digital education program for young men (ages 18-30) who have bigorexia, also known as muscle dysmorphia. Participants must attend a gym and score high on a bigorexia scale. The program aims to improve body image, reduce social anxiety about appearance, and lower bigorexia symptoms. The goal is to promote healthier behaviors and a positive self-image.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 68 people
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- Started
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Nov 2025
- Expected to finish
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Aug 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 30 years
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: Being between 18-30 years of age Being male Actively attending a gym/fitness center Providing voluntary informed consent to participate in the study Scoring 39 or above on the Bigorexia Scale Exclusion Criteria: Being female Having a communication impairment Not attending the education program for more than two weeks
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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EMU
Mersin, Mağusa, Turkey (Türkiye)
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