Testing a new treatment for eating disorders in children and teens through primary care
Evaluating the feasibility of a primary care-based treatment for restrictive eating disorders in children and adolescents
This study is exploring a new way to help kids and teens with restrictive eating disorders by teaching their regular doctors how to use Family-Based Treatment strategies, making it easier for families to get the support they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mayo Clinic Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11001176 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new approach to treating restrictive eating disorders in children and adolescents by training primary care providers to deliver Family-Based Treatment (FBT) strategies. Given the shortage of specialized providers, this study aims to make effective treatment more accessible to families. The research will involve finalizing the treatment intervention, assessing its feasibility and acceptability among patients and caregivers, and evaluating its impact on symptom remission and caregiver confidence. By integrating this treatment into primary care, the goal is to improve early intervention and overall patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children and adolescents aged 0-11 years who are experiencing restrictive eating disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with eating disorders who are already receiving specialized treatment or those outside the targeted age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase access to effective treatment for eating disorders in young patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in adapting Family-Based Treatment for use in primary care settings, indicating potential for success with this approach.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- Mayo Clinic Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lebow, Jocelyn Rebecca — Mayo Clinic Rochester
- Study coordinator: Lebow, Jocelyn Rebecca
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 below.