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Tests treatment safety and results for Anorexia Nervosa
Official title Confirming the Effectiveness of Online Guided Self-Help Family-Based Treatment for Adolescent Anorexia Nervosa
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05563649
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- With an incidence rate of about 1%, Anorexia Nervosa (AN) is a serious mental disorder associated with high mortality, morbidity, and cost. AN in youth is more responsive to early treatment but becomes highly resistant once it has taken an enduring course.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 12 to 18
You may be able to join if
- Participants are 12-18 years of age
- Participants live with a family (some families may contain only one parent)
- Family members fluently speak and read English and have access to a computer with internet
- Participants meet DSM-5 criteria for AN (both subtypes)
- EBW above 75%
You likely can't join if
- Current psychotic illness or intellectual disability or other mental illnesses that would prohibit the use of psychotherapy; current dependence on...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Participants are 12-18 years of age
- Participants live with a family (some families may contain only one parent)
- Family members fluently speak and read English and have access to a computer with internet
- Participants meet DSM-5 criteria for AN (both subtypes)
- EBW above 75%
- Participants are medically stable for outpatient treatment according to the recommended thresholds of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Society of Adolescent Medicine
- Participants are not engaged in another individual or family-based psychotherapy trial during the duration of treatment sessions in the study.
- Medications for comorbid psychiatric disorders are OK; randomization will balance groups through tracking.
- Current psychotic illness or intellectual disability or other mental illnesses that would prohibit the use of psychotherapy; current dependence on drugs or alcohol; physical conditions (e.g. diabetes mellitus...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Stanford, California, United States
- Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 12 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Stanford, California, United States; Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.