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New treatment option for Eating Disorders
Official title Guided Self Help for Eating Disorders Implementation Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06851273
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Eating disorders are amongst the most understudied illnesses affecting young women in Canada. Further, mortality rates are amongst the highest of all psychiatric illnesses.
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 100
You may be able to join if
- Family including an adolescent with a confirmed diagnosis of Anorexia nervosa according to DSM-5-TR criteria.
- Access to computer and internet connection
- Have the capacity to speak, write, and understand English or French
- Therapist/coaches are licensed mental health clinician with experience in eating disorder treatment
You likely can't join if
- Adolescent has a current physical or mental disorder that requires hospitalization and/or prohibits the use of psychotherapy
- Adolescent has a current dependence on drugs or alcohol
- Adolescent has a current physical condition known to influence weight or eating (pregnancy, diabetes mellitus)
- Adolescent has expected body weight of less than 75%
- Adolescent/family has undergone four or more sessions of FBT for anorexia nervosa at any time
- Does not have the capacity to speak, write, and understand English or French
See the full eligibility criteria
- Family including an adolescent with a confirmed diagnosis of Anorexia nervosa according to DSM-5-TR criteria.
- Access to computer and internet connection
- Have the capacity to speak, write, and understand English or French
- Therapist/coaches are licensed mental health clinician with experience in eating disorder treatment
- Adolescent has a current physical or mental disorder that requires hospitalization and/or prohibits the use of psychotherapy
- Adolescent has a current dependence on drugs or alcohol
- Adolescent has a current physical condition known to influence weight or eating (pregnancy, diabetes mellitus)
- Adolescent has expected body weight of less than 75%
- Adolescent/family has undergone four or more sessions of FBT for anorexia nervosa at any time
- Does not have the capacity to speak, write, and understand English or French
- Does not have access to computer and internet connection
- Professionals are not licensed mental health professionals with experience in eating disorder treatment.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- 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 100 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include 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.