Early day hospital treatment for teens with anorexia
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether starting day hospital treatment early helps teenagers with anorexia nervosa improve their eating habits and supports their families. It is for adolescents who have had anorexia for less than one year and are not severely underweight.
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Who can take part
- Be between 12 and 18 years old
- Have anorexia nervosa for less than 12 months
- Have a body mass index (BMI) above 13 (if under 14) or above 14 (if 14 or older)
- Never been treated by an eating disorder specialist or been in the hospital for anorexia
- Not currently in a family crisis needing immediate hospital care
- Speak and read French
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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