Creating a digital health tool to help Black women with binge eating and obesity
Developing a Culturally-Relevant Digital Health Intervention to Treat Binge Eating and Obesity
This study is creating an easy-to-use online program to help Black women tackle binge eating and weight issues, offering support and resources that fit their needs, so they can lose weight and feel healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10894629 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a culturally-relevant digital health intervention aimed at treating binge eating and obesity specifically among Black women, who face unique challenges in accessing traditional treatment options. The approach involves creating an accessible online platform that addresses the behavioral aspects of binge eating, which is prevalent in this population. By utilizing digital technology, the intervention seeks to provide effective support and resources to help participants achieve significant weight loss and improve their overall health outcomes. The research will also evaluate the effectiveness of this intervention in real-world settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black women aged 21 and older who struggle with obesity and binge eating behaviors.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Black women or those who do not experience binge eating behaviors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide Black women with a tailored digital solution to manage binge eating and obesity, leading to improved health and reduced risk of type 2 diabetes.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically targeting binge eating among Black women, similar digital health interventions have shown promise in other populations.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Goode, Rachel W. — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Goode, Rachel W.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.