None listed
Conditions
Brief summary
This study will test a new group psychotherapeutic program designed to help adults who struggle with binge eating. The program was developed by the researcher at the University of Athens. We will compare it with another effective group program that is already used in Greece for binge eating. We expect that the new program will be at least as helpful as the existing one.
Interventions
Group Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Intervention – Experimental Arm
Participants assigned to the experimental arm will receive a novel group cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) program specifically developed for the treatment of Binge Eating Disorder (BED). The intervention consists of 20 weekly 2-hour group sessions and includes six modules:
1. Psychoeducation on BED and emotional eating
2. Training in mindfulness and self-observation skills
3. Self-regulation strategies, including manage
Group Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Intervention – Experimental Arm Participants assigned to the experimental arm will receive a novel group cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) program specifically developed for the treatment of Binge Eating Disorder (BED). The intervention consists of 20 weekly 2-hour group sessions and includes six modules: 1. Psychoeducation on BED and emotional eating 2. Training in mindfulness and self-observation skills 3. Self-regulation strategies, including management of environmental triggers, identification and restructuring of dysfunctional thoughts, and emotion regulation 4. Reduction of self-criticism and development of self-compassion 5. Improvement of interpersonal functioning and assertiveness 6. Relapse prevention and maintenance planning Each therapy group will include approximately 8 participants. The intervention is based on cognitive-behavioural principles and integrates elements from third-wave CBT, including mindfulness and values-based action. Sessions will be delivered at the outpatient clinic of Aiginiteio Hospital in Athens, Greece. The intervention will be administered by licensed psychologists trained in cognitive behavioural therapy and CBT for eating disorders. Therapists will adhere to a structured manual specifically developed for this protocol, ensuring consistency across groups. Allocation procedure Participants are assigned to one of the two intervention arms (CBT or DBT) using an alternating allocation procedure. After identifying a cohort of approximately 16 eligible participants, individuals are allocated alternately to each treatment arm (first to Group A, second to Group B, etc.). The labelling of the groups (CBT or DBT) is alternated with each new cohort to reduce systematic bias. Allocation is performed by the researcher conducting eligibility screening, based on order of recruitment. This procedure is non-randomised, and full allocation concealment is not applied.
Sponsors
Medical School - National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Study design
Allocation
Non-randomised trial
Intervention model
Parallel
Primary purpose
Treatment
Masking
Open (masking not used)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
18 Years to 70 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
Adults diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder (BED) according to DSM-5 criteria.
Exclusion criteria
Individuals presenting with severe depression (defined as moderate to severe Major Depressive Disorder with psychotic features), psychotic disorders, substance use disorders, current engagement in psychotherapy, pregnancy, or a diagnosed personality disorder. Mild or remitted depression, as well as the use of antidepressant medication, will not constitute exclusion criteria.
Outcome results
None listed