RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07435974

COR Protocol for the Treatment of Binge Eating in Chilean Adults (COR)

A Pilot Study on the Feasibility and Acceptability of the COR (Body Compassion-Emotional Regulation-Conscious Reconnection With Eating) Protocol for Addressing Binge Eating in Chilean Adults

Sponsor

Universidad Catolica de Temuco

Enrollment

30 participants

Start Date

Apr 1, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Binge-Eating Disorder Binge Eating

Summary

The goal of this clinical study is to learn whether a brief online psychological program called COR can be delivered in a feasible and acceptable way for adults who experience recurrent binge eating. The main questions this study aims to answer are: * Is the COR program acceptable to participants, in terms of satisfaction, adherence, and dropout rates? * Is the COR program feasible to deliver online, including recruitment, retention, and completion of sessions and questionnaires? * Do participants show preliminary changes over time in binge eating-related distress and emotional well-being? Participants in this study are adults who experience recurrent episodes of binge eating. They will take part in an individual online intervention that includes eight weekly sessions, a brief pre-session, and a follow-up session one month after the end of treatment. During the study, participants will: * Attend weekly online sessions focused on understanding binge eating, emotions, and the relationship with food and the body * Practice simple exercises to help manage emotional distress and food-related urges * Complete short questionnaires before, during, and after the intervention to describe their experiences The information from this study will help researchers understand whether this type of intervention can be used in future, larger studies and in real-world clinical settings.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Inclusion Criteria11

Adults aged 18 years or older.
Overweight or obesity, based on self-report.
At least three binge-eating episodes in the past 30 days, associated with psychological distress.
The presence of chronic medical conditions commonly associated with overweight or obesity (e.g., hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, dyslipidemia, hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, or polycystic ovary syndrome) is permitted, provided that such conditions are medically stable.
If present, chronic medical conditions must be medically stable, defined as:
stable medical treatment for at least 12 weeks,
no recent changes in medication,
no acute clinical decompensation or recent major cardiovascular events,
at least one related medical follow-up visit in the past 12 months.
If present, psychopharmacological treatment must be stable, defined as no changes in medication type or dosage during the 12 weeks prior to enrollment.
Daily access to the internet and to a computer or smartphone that allows participation in online sessions and assessments.

Exclusion Criteria9

Current compensatory behaviors associated with binge eating, such as self-induced vomiting and/or regular use of laxatives, within the past 60 days.
Pregnancy or breastfeeding at the time of the initial assessment.
History of bariatric surgery.
Active suicidal ideation
Current symptoms consistent with severe mental disorders, such as psychotic disorders, bipolar disorder, complex post-traumatic stress disorder, or severe personality disorders, when associated with marked functional impairment or the need for specialized or higher-intensity clinical care.
Current substance use pattern that, due to its severity or functional impact, requires specialized clinical treatment.
Ongoing psychological and/or nutritional treatment at the time of enrollment, defined as regular sessions or an active treatment plan, regardless of treatment focus or therapeutic approach.
Presence of active or medically unstable conditions, characterized by clinically significant symptoms, lack of medical follow-up, or recent changes in medication, that could interfere with participation in the intervention or substantially affect eating behavior or mood.
Significant functional impairment that, in the clinical judgment of the research team, would limit the participant's ability to engage safely and consistently in the intervention.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALCOR Protocol (Body Compassion - Emotional Regulation - Conscious Reconnection with Food)

The COR protocol (Body Compassion-Emotional Regulation-Conscious Reconnection with Food) is a brief, manualized psychological intervention designed to address recurrent binge eating in adults. The intervention is delivered individually in an online format and consists of eight weekly sessions, preceded by an initial pre-session and followed by a one-month follow-up session. COR integrates elements from cognitive-behavioral therapy for eating disorders, dialectical behavior therapy skills, and principles of intuitive eating, within a non-weight-centered and compassion-focused framework. The intervention targets key psychological processes involved in binge eating, including emotional regulation, responses to food-related urges and cravings, and the development of a more compassionate relationship with the body and eating. Sessions include psychoeducation, functional analysis of binge episodes, experiential exercises, brief regulation practices, and reflective between-session activities.