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Behavioral Intervention

Multi-Family Therapy for Anorexia

N/A
Recruiting
Research Sponsored by University of Illinois at Chicago
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
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Must have
11-18 years of age
Be younger than 65 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 4 years
Awards & highlights
No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial aims to study the effects of a therapy program on patients with anorexia nervosa and their families. The program will provide support to families and help them develop skills to support their loved ones

Who is the study for?
This trial is for patients with anorexia nervosa and their families. Participants should be adolescents struggling with this eating disorder who can benefit from family support during treatment. The program will also involve other families, providing a group environment for shared learning and skill development.
What is being tested?
The study tests Multi-Family Therapy (MFT), which combines principles of family-based treatment models specifically designed for Anorexia Nervosa. It includes both in-person and virtual sessions aimed at improving weight, reducing negative family interactions, and decreasing symptoms related to the eating disorder.
What are the potential side effects?
Since MFT is a psychological intervention rather than a medication, it may not have typical 'side effects.' However, participants might experience emotional discomfort or increased tension within the family as sensitive issues are addressed.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I am between 11 and 18 years old.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~4 years
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 4 years for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary study objectives
Effect on Eating Disorder Symptomatology (multiple variables) - 1. weight
Effect on Eating Disorder Symptomatology (multiple variables) - 10. expressed emotion
Effect on Eating Disorder Symptomatology (multiple variables) - 11. expressed emotion
+9 more
Secondary study objectives
Implementation and feasibility of virtual adaptation of MFT - 2. participant satisfaction
Implementation and feasibility of virtual adaptation of MFT 1. participant retention

Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group
All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: InterventionExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Multi-Family Therapy
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Multi-Family Therapy
2012
N/A
~120

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Blue Cross Blue ShieldOTHER
23 Previous Clinical Trials
273,190 Total Patients Enrolled
University of Illinois at ChicagoLead Sponsor
639 Previous Clinical Trials
1,568,919 Total Patients Enrolled
~4 spots leftby Dec 2024
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