Virtual reality therapy for body image in anorexia
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial uses virtual reality to help young women with anorexia nervosa feel more connected to their bodies. You would look at your own body in a virtual mirror, focusing on what your body can do rather than how it looks.
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Who can take part
- You are a female between 16 and 24 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with anorexia nervosa as your main condition.
- Your BMI is greater than 14.5 (you can ask your doctor if you're unsure).
- You do not have a neurological condition such as epilepsy or a brain injury.
- You are fluent in Italian.
- You can attend all study sessions and you are not pregnant or in another trial.
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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