Effectiveness of Temperament Based Therapy with Support for Anorexia Nervosa
Effectiveness of Temperament Based Therapy With Support (TBT-S): A Novel 5-day Treatment for Anorexia Nervosa
NA · Oslo University Hospital · NCT06497101
This study is testing if a new therapy called Temperament Based Therapy with Support can help people with anorexia nervosa feel better when combined with their usual treatment.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Oslo University Hospital (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Oslo) |
| Trial ID | NCT06497101 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to evaluate the short and long-term effectiveness of Temperament Based Therapy with Support (TBT-S) for patients with anorexia nervosa. Participants will receive five consecutive days of TBT-S, alongside standard treatment, to assess its impact on reducing eating disorder psychopathology. The study will measure outcomes at four timepoints: before and after TBT-S, and at 3 and 12 months follow-up. The primary goal is to determine if TBT-S enhances the effectiveness of usual treatment compared to controls.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older diagnosed with anorexia nervosa who are medically stable and willing to involve support persons in their treatment.
Not a fit: Patients with developmental, intellectual, or psychotic disorders, or those currently receiving inpatient treatment, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve outcomes for patients with anorexia nervosa by reducing their eating disorder symptoms more effectively than standard treatment alone.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of TBT-S may be novel, similar therapeutic interventions have shown promise in treating eating disorders in previous studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥18, all genders * A Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) diagnosed anorexia nervosa disorder (F50.0, F50.01, F50.02, also including F50.9 - atypical anorexia nervosa) * Willingness to have Support(s) participate in treatment * Medically stable Exclusion Criteria: * Intellectual developmental disorder or intellectual disability; psychotic disorder or other psychopathology that may affect or prevent participation in the study * diagnosed alcohol or other substance use disorder within 3 months prior to study initiation * ongoing inpatient treatment at the time of study enrollment (participants currently in inpatient care must be discharged and engaged in outpatient treatment before participating in the TBT-S week
Where this trial is running
Oslo
- Oslo University Hospital, Regional Department for Eating Disorders — Oslo, Norway (RECRUITING)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Anorexia Nervosa