Using smart technology to help adolescents recover from anorexia nervosa
Smart Technology for Anorexia Nervosa Recovery: A Pilot Intervention for the Post-Acute Treatment of Anorexia Nervosa
This study is looking at how a new set of digital tools can help teenagers recovering from anorexia nervosa by making their treatment after leaving the hospital more effective and reducing the chances of relapse.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kansas Lawrence NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lawrence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10656299 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving recovery outcomes for adolescents with anorexia nervosa by utilizing a suite of digital tools known as Smart Treatment for Anorexia Recovery (STAR). The approach involves advanced assessment technology and machine learning to predict recovery likelihood, which is then communicated to clinicians through a user-friendly decision support tool. The study aims to test an adaptive mobile health intervention during the post-discharge period to enhance outpatient treatment responses and reduce relapse rates. By integrating these innovative technologies, the research seeks to provide better support for adolescents transitioning from intensive treatment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 12 to 20 who have recently completed intensive treatment for anorexia nervosa.
Not a fit: Patients who are not within the age range of 12 to 20 or those who have not undergone intensive treatment for anorexia nervosa may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce relapse rates and improve recovery outcomes for adolescents with anorexia nervosa.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using digital tools and mobile health interventions for mental health treatment, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Lawrence, United States
- University of Kansas Lawrence — Lawrence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Forbush, Kelsie Terese — University of Kansas Lawrence
- Study coordinator: Forbush, Kelsie Terese
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.