Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology Vol. 86, Iss. 8,  (Aug 2018): 688-701. Objective: Binge eating disorder (BED) is frequently linked with obesity and related health risks like cardiovascular disease and diabetes. The purpose of this randomized clinical trial (RCT) was to determine the effectiveness of brief strategic therapy (BST) compared with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) 1 year after a two-phase inpatient and outpatient-telemedicine treatment for BED. . To read the full article, log in using your NHS OpenAthens details.