Adaptive Family Treatment for Adolescent Anorexia Nervosa
Trial ID or NCT#
NCT01579682
Status
NOT RECRUITING
Purpose
Anorexia Nervosa (AN) has the highest mortality rate compared to any other psychiatric disorder. The most promising treatment for adolescents with AN is family-based treatment (FBT). However, only 50% of patients receiving FBT fully remit at 12-month follow-up. Consequently, providing an alternative therapy early in the treatment course for those not responding to FBT may enhance overall outcome. This study aims to develop a new treatment - Intensive Family-Focused Treatment (IFT) - to improve outcomes in those adolescents, aged 12-18 years, who do not show an early response to FBT.
Official Title
Adaptive Family Treatment for Adolescent Anorexia Nervosa
Eligibility Criteria
Ages Eligible for Study: 12 Years to 18 Years
Sexes Eligible for Study: All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers: No
Inclusion Criteria:
- - Meets DSM-IV criteria for anorexia nervosa - Lives with at least one English-speaking parent who is willing to participate - Medically Stable - Adequate transportation to clinic - Proficient at speaking, reading, and writing English
Exclusion Criteria:
- - Previous FBT for AN - Medical condition that may affect eating or weight
Investigator(s)
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