Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Examining the impact of self-efficacy on treatment outcomes for eating disorders

Official title: Does Self-Efficacy at the Start of Treatment Predict Treatment Outcome in Patients With EDs?

Run by Altrecht · NCT06790030 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to see if feeling more confident in themselves helps people with eating disorders do better in treatment.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment50 (estimated)
SponsorAltrecht
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Zeist, Utrecht)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMarch 28, 2023
Main results expectedApril 30, 2025
Study endsDecember 1, 2025
Registry record updatedJanuary 23, 2025
Trial IDNCT06790030 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who have a diagnosed eating disorder and are starting CBT-T treatment.

Probably not a fit

Patients with intellectual disabilities, those unable to communicate in Dutch, or those under legal treatment may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to improve treatment outcomes for patients with eating disorders by investigating the role of self-efficacy at the start of treatment. It will assess whether higher levels of self-efficacy predict better treatment outcomes and whether self-efficacy improves during the course of treatment. Participants will undergo Cognitive Behavior Therapy - Ten (CBT-T) and complete questionnaires at the beginning, during, and at the end of their treatment. The study will also explore correlations between self-efficacy, autonomous motivation, and self-esteem.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to enhanced treatment strategies that improve recovery outcomes for patients with eating disorders.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have indicated that self-efficacy is a significant predictor of treatment outcomes in eating disorders, suggesting that this approach is supported by existing research.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Patients are eligible for participation when they meet the following inclusion criteria:

* Participants must be 18 years or older
* Having an eating disorder diagnosed according to the Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM-5)
* Starting CBT-T treatment

Exclusion criteria

* Intellectual disability according to the Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM-5) or an IQ below 80
* Inability to speak or read Dutch
* Patients treated under a legal act

Where it's running

  • Altrecht Eatings Disorders Rintveld
    Zeist, Utrecht, Netherlands
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.