Improving self-help therapy for binge eating using technology.
Official title: Using factorial design to examine efficacies of technology-based augmentations for improving treatment adherence and skills utilization in a self-help CBT program for binge eating.
Funded at Drexel University · NIH-10894090 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how using technology, like mobile apps, can make self-help therapy for binge eating easier and more effective, so people can stick with their treatment and use the skills they learn.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Drexel University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $227,250 |
| NIH project number | 5R34MH130480-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10894090 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing binge eating disorders who are seeking accessible treatment options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not experience binge eating or those who prefer traditional in-person therapy may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how technology can enhance self-help cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for binge eating by improving treatment adherence and skills utilization. It explores the use of advanced digital tools and just-in-time adaptive interventions to replicate the behavior change techniques typically provided by expert clinicians. By leveraging these technological advancements, the study aims to make self-help CBT more effective and accessible for individuals struggling with binge eating. Participants may engage with mobile applications designed to support their therapy journey.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective self-help options for individuals with binge eating disorders, improving their treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using technology to enhance behavioral therapies, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Drexel University
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hagerman, Charlotte — Drexel University
- Study coordinator: Hagerman, Charlotte
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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.