NCT07845461NARecruiting
Testing Intervention Strategies for Addressing Binge Eating and Food Insecurity
Northwestern University
Start Date
9/14/2026
Completion Date
12/31/2027
Summary
The purpose of this study is to conduct a randomized trial to assess whether different stipend distribution schedules and access to a mobile intervention can help reduce binge eating and improve food security status among adults experiencing food insecurity and recurrent binge eating.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Range: 18 years to No maximum
Inclusion Criteria:
* Adult 18 years or older
* English-speaking
* Non-pregnant
* Recurrent binge eating (≥12 episodes in the past 3 months)
* Low or very low food security (score ≥2 on the 6-item 30-day Short Form Food Security Survey)
* Willing to use a mobile application
* Has a smartphone with Internet access and capacity for calls and text messaging
* Has a valid email address
* Willing to complete a W-9 form
* Have an active U.S. bank account to which they can and are willing to receive electronic funds transfer
Exclusion Criteria:
* BMI of less than 19.5
* Diagnosis for which the study/intervention is not clinically indicated
* Currently working with a clinical professional to receive services for weight management or binge eating
* Started or recently changed (within past month) dosage for a medication for weight loss or binge eating
Interventions
BEHAVIORAL
FoodSteps
OTHER
Weekly Stipend
OTHER
Monthly Stipend
Conditions
Binge EatingFood Insecurity
Locations
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Chicago, Illinois 60611
United States