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This study will compare the effectiveness of two therapies to treat early signs of anorexia nervosa in adolescents.


Clinical Trial Description

Eating disorders often result in serious illness and can lead to prolonged health complications, including heart and kidney problems, digestive disorders, nerve damage, and low blood pressure. Anorexia nervosa is a type of eating disorder in which a person does not eat enough for fear of becoming overweight, resulting in extreme weight loss. Women are at a greater risk of developing this disease, particularly when they are between the ages of 12 and 24. Treatments for anorexia nervosa typically include nutrition counseling, psychotherapy, and medication. The purpose of this study is to compare the effectiveness of two therapies to treat adolescents who have signs of anorexia nervosa but have not fully developed the disease.

Potential participants will attend 2 screening visits during which parents and children will complete separate questionnaires and undergo 3 interviews regarding eating behaviors and changes in mood. Once screening evaluations have been completed, eligible participants will be randomly assigned to 1 of 2 treatment groups. Participants assigned to the first group will receive 14 family therapy sessions. All family members living with the child will be asked to attend these sessions with the child. Family members will learn strategies to help the child eat enough at home and will address various issues concerning family relationships. Children will learn how to eat well on their own and will also discuss topics related to family dynamics. Participants assigned to the second group will receive 14 individual therapy sessions that will focus on the child and not include family members. Before each treatment session, parents will speak with the therapist to discuss progress and any new concerns or issues regarding the child's condition. The therapist will then work directly with the child to discuss what may be causing the child's signs of anorexia nervosa and how to handle difficult emotions associated with the disorder. Participants in both treatment groups will attend 1-hour therapy sessions that will occur weekly for 8 sessions, then biweekly for 4 sessions, and monthly for the last 2 sessions. Evaluations, lasting 3 to 4 hours, will occur before treatment begins, immediately following treatment, and 6 and 12 months post-treatment. Evaluations will consist of interviews and questionnaires used to assess whether treatment was effective in preventing participants from developing anorexia nervosa. ;


Study Design

Allocation: Randomized, Endpoint Classification: Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment, Masking: Open Label, Primary Purpose: Treatment


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NCT number NCT00418977
Study type Interventional
Source Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Contact
Status Completed
Phase N/A
Start date September 2005
Completion date August 2011

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