Not currently recruiting at UCSD

Outcomes of a Skill-Based Program for Eating Disorders

a study on Anorexia

Summary

Eligibility
for females ages 18-50 (full criteria)
Location
at San Diego, California and other locations
Dates
study started
estimated completion
Principal Investigator
by Christina Wierenga, PhD
Photo of Christina Wierenga
Christina Wierenga

Description

Summary

This study aims to measure the effect of a neurobiologically-guided intensive family based treatment for adults with anorexia nervosa.

Official Title

An Innovative Family Based Treatment for Adults With Anorexia Nervosa Using Insights From Neurobiology

Keywords

Anorexia Nervosa Anorexia NEW FED TR NEW FED TR for Anorexia

Eligibility

You can join if…

Open to females ages 18-50

  • Current diagnosis of anorexia nervosa
  • Illness onset at least 2 years prior to study
  • Medically stable
  • Identified carer to participate in treatment with participant

You CAN'T join if...

  • Developmental or intellectual disorder
  • Diagnosis of substance abuse or dependence in 3 months prior to study
  • Current suicidal thoughts
  • Severe comorbid psychiatric disorder (e.g., psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder)

Locations

  • University of California San Diego in progress, not accepting new patients
    San Diego California 92121 United States
  • The Center for Balanced Living accepting new patients
    Columbus Ohio 43235 United States

Lead Scientist at UCSD

  • Christina Wierenga, PhD
    Dr. Wierenga received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in neuropsychology from the University of Florida (2005) and completed a National Institutes of Health Postdoctoral Fellowship at UCSD from 2005 to 2007. She then joined the UCSD faculty, funded by a Career Development Award (CDA-2) from the VA.

Details

Status
accepting new patients
Start Date
Completion Date
(estimated)
Sponsor
University of California, San Diego
Links
The Center for Balanced Living UCSD Eating Disorder Treatment and Research Program
ID
NCT02852538
Study Type
Interventional
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