Mindful Motivation to Help Reduce Binge Eating
Mindful Motivation for Reducing Binge Eating
This study is testing a new program that combines mindful eating and motivational support to see if it can help people who struggle with binge eating.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of California, San Francisco Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (San Francisco, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT06528067 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This intervention aims to evaluate the acceptability and feasibility of a new program that combines mindful eating techniques with motivational interviewing to assist individuals struggling with binge eating. Participants will be randomized into two groups: one receiving the full Mindful Motivation intervention and the other receiving only digital meditation as a control. The study will involve online questionnaires, body composition measurements, and daily meditation practices over an 8-week period, with follow-up assessments to track changes in weight and glucose levels. The program is designed for both community members and UCSF graduate students who meet specific criteria related to binge eating and weight.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who are overweight and experience significant distress from binge eating episodes.
Not a fit: Patients who are experienced meditators or have engaged in formal meditation practices in the last three months may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could provide a novel approach to reducing binge eating behaviors and improving overall health for individuals with overweight.
How similar studies have performed: While the combination of mindful eating and motivational interviewing is innovative, similar approaches have shown promise in other studies targeting eating behaviors.
Eligibility criteria
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Study 1 Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 18 years or older * Overweight (BMI ≥ 25 kg/m2) * High levels of binge eating as assessed by QEWP-5 that are at least sub-clinical for binge eating disorder * At least 1 episode of binge eating each month over the past 3 months with significant distress about these episodes * Daily access to a smartphone or computer Exclusion Criteria: * Being an experienced meditator or having participated in a formal meditation practice in the last 3 months Study 2 Inclusion Criteria: * Current student at UCSF * Aged 18 years or older * Overweight (BMI ≥ 25 kg/m2) * High levels of binge eating as assessed by QEWP-5 that are at least sub-clinical for binge eating disorder * At least 1 episode of binge eating each month over the past 3 months with significant distress about these episodes * Daily access to a smartphone or computer Exclusion Criteria: * Being an experienced meditator or having participated in a formal meditation practice in the last 3 months * Inability to speak and read English or provide informed consent * Significant medical or psychological concerns
Where this trial is running
San Francisco, California
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Rachel Radin, PhD — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Isabella Fornell, MA
- Email: mariaisabella.fornell@ucsf.edu
- Phone: 4158857733
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.