Family-based treatment for adolescent girls with anorexia nervosa
Official title: VISAN - vårdkedja i Samverkan för Unga Patienter Med Anorexia Nervosa (Collaborative Chain of Care in Adolescnt Anorexia Nervosa Treatment)
Run by Region Örebro County · NCT06711783 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether involving family members in therapy can help adolescent girls with anorexia nervosa improve their eating habits and mental health.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 11 Years to 17 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Region Örebro County Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Örebro) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | August 1, 2024 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2028 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2029 |
| Registry record updated | May 1, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06711783 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are adolescent girls diagnosed with anorexia nervosa who are set to undergo family-based therapy.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients currently under the care of the social welfare system 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 study focuses on the naturalistic application of family-based therapy for adolescent girls diagnosed with anorexia nervosa. The approach emphasizes the involvement of family members in the treatment process to support the patient's recovery. Participants will receive therapy tailored to their specific needs, aiming to improve their eating behaviors and overall mental health. The study is designed to gather data on the effectiveness of this treatment method in a real-world setting.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve recovery outcomes for adolescent girls suffering from anorexia nervosa.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that family-based therapy can be effective for treating anorexia nervosa, indicating a promising approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Having been diagnosed with f500 or f501 and being planned for family based therapy at the unit. Exclusion Criteria: * being subjected to care by the social welfare system
Where it's running
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Orebro eating disorder unit
Örebro, Sweden Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sanna Gustafsson A Gustafsson, Ass prof
- Email: sanna.aila-gustafsson@regionorebrolan.se
- Phone: +46722495986
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.