NCT07715812 · Lindner Center of HOPE
E-diary vs Paper Diary in Binge Eating Disorder
(A-3650-0001)
What this study is about
The purpose of this study is to examine how binge eating episodes are recorded using two different diary formats: a paper diary and an electronic diary and to see whether both formats collect information in the same way and to understand which of the two formats is easier to use
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The purpose of this study is to examine how binge eating episodes are recorded using two different diary formats: a paper diary and an electronic diary and to see whether both formats collect information in the same way and to understand which of the two formats is easier to use
Interventions
OTHER
The subject will complete e-diary for 2 weeks
The subject will complete one diary format and switch to the other after 2 weeks
OTHER
complete paper diary for 2 weeks
complete paper diary for 2 weeks
Primary outcome measures
The primary endpoint is the comparison of number of binge eating episodes recorded over a 14-day period between diary formats
Time frame: from enrollment v1,day 0 to v3,day 30
The primary endpoint is the comparison of number of binge eating episodes recorded over a 14-day period between diary formats
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Diagnosis of Binge Eating Disorder based on The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) (5) criteria (as assessed with BED module of the structural clinical interview \[SCID\] (6) for DSM-5)
- Reported frequency of minimum of 2 binge episodes/week
- Age: over 18 years of age
- Ability to understand and complete self-reporting measures 5 . The subject owns a smartphone compatible with Google Play or Apple App Store and is able to download and use apps appropriately.
Exclusion criteria
- Comorbid psychiatric conditions requiring immediate hospitalization (as assessed with MSE)
- IInability to use smartphone or paper diary due to physical limitations or technical barriers (e.g., severe visual impairment)
- Inability to read/write in English
Where
- Mason, Ohio
Collaborators
SignanthHealth, The Lindner Center of HOPE
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Jul 20, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations