Adapting the MIND-EAT Scale for Turkish speakers
Official title: Turkish Adaptation of The Mindful Eating Scale (MIND-EAT Scale): Validity and Reliability Study
Run by Atılım University · NCT06987812 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new version of a tool that helps people understand their eating habits better by making it available in Turkish.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Weeks and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 360 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Atılım University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | March 1, 2025 |
| Main results expected | June 1, 2025 |
| Study ends | June 15, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | May 23, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06987812 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are Turkish-speaking individuals aged 18 and over who are willing to participate voluntarily.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients under 18 years of age, those with communication problems, or individuals with psychological disorders may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study aims to adapt the MIND-EAT scale, which measures mindful eating behaviors, into Turkish and assess its validity and reliability. The research will involve at least 360 volunteers aged 18 and over, ensuring a balanced gender distribution. Data will be collected through an online survey that gathers demographic information and eating habits, focusing on the psychological aspects of eating. The goal is to create a comprehensive tool that can help individuals become more aware of their eating behaviors and make healthier choices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this adaptation could provide Turkish-speaking individuals with a reliable tool to enhance their mindful eating practices.
How similar studies have gone: While the adaptation of scales is common, the specific adaptation of the MIND-EAT scale into Turkish is a novel approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Individuals 18 years of age and older Volunteers, individuals with no communication problems will be included in the study. Exclusion criteria: Individuals under 18 years of age, Individuals with communication problems and Individuals with any psychological disorder will not be included in the study.
Where it's running
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Atılım University
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sedef Güngör, PhD
- Email: sedefglsz@gmail.com
- Phone: 05379561862
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.