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Eating Disorders Clinical Trial in Hershey, PA

Access cutting-edge eating disorders treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Hershey. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Hershey

    Convenient for PA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Hershey site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Eating Disorders Study in Hershey

The goal of this study is to develop and refine an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered Exposure Therapy for Eating Disorders chatbot web-app that effectively engages adolescents and young adults and decreases anxiety about weight gain. Participants will use the web-app as a supplemental therapeutic tool during their first six weeks of treatment in a Partial Hospitalization Program. Participants will complete assessments every two weeks, including: (1) semi-structured interviews about their experience with the chatbot web-app; (2) implementation outcome measures (e.g., feasibility, usability, acceptability); and (3) anxiety about weight gain.

Sponsor: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Age is between or equal to 12-26 years
Admitted to the Penn State Health Eating Disorder Partial Hospital Program (PHP) or Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Have a personal smartphone
Have a diagnosis of anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN), binge-eating disorder (BED), or other specified feeding or eating disorder (OSFED)
Be English speaking

Exclusion Criteria

Diagnosis of avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID)
Have acute suicidality
Diagnosis of an intellectual disability

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Hershey?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07237607) has an active research site in Hershey, PA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Eating Disorders Treatment Options in Hershey, PA

If you're searching for eating disorders treatment options in Hershey, PA, this clinical trial (NCT07237607) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Hershey research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced eating disorders specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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