Evaluating an online family-based treatment for adolescent anorexia nervosa
Official title: Confirming the Effectiveness and Efficiency of Online Guided Self-Help Family-Based Treatment for Adolescent Anorexia Nervosa
Funded at Stanford University · NIH-10899747 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing an online self-help program for families to support teenagers with anorexia nervosa, to see if it can help them improve their eating habits and gain weight more efficiently than regular therapy, making it easier for families to get the help they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2022 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $653,246 |
| NIH project number | 5R01MH130388-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10899747 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents diagnosed with anorexia nervosa and their families who are seeking effective treatment options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not diagnosed with anorexia nervosa or those who do not have access to the internet may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates an online guided self-help version of Family Based Treatment (FBT) for adolescents suffering from anorexia nervosa. The study aims to confirm that this approach can achieve clinical improvements in eating behaviors and weight with greater efficiency compared to traditional FBT. By utilizing significantly less therapist time, the online treatment could make effective care more accessible to families. Participants will engage in a structured program that supports both the adolescent and their family in overcoming the challenges of anorexia nervosa.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a more accessible and efficient treatment option for adolescents with anorexia nervosa and their families.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promising results for guided self-help approaches in treating eating disorders, indicating potential for success in this research.
Where this research is happening
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Stanford University
Stanford, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lock, James D — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Lock, James D
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.