RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT05863598

Prevention of Eating Disorders Through Optimization of Protective Factors

A Randomized Controlled Trial of an Interactive Non-Stigmatizing Intervention to Prevent Eating Disorders in Youths Through Strengthening of Protective Factors


Sponsor

Karolinska Institutet

Enrollment

644 participants

Start Date

May 15, 2023

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The goal of thin randomized controlled trial is to investigate the efficacy of a prevention program for reducing the incidence of eating disorders among youth (15-20). We target youth at these ages who experience a subjective sense of body dissatisfaction, and are thus at increased risk of developing an eating disorder. The prevention program is based on improving protective factors such as body appreciation, body image flexibility, intuitive eating, and acceptance. It will be compared to a credible placebo (expressive writing).


Eligibility

Min Age: 15 YearsMax Age: 20 Years

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALEnhancing protective factors

Participants will watch some short movies and infographics, and will be asked to argue for the importance of body image flexibility, body functionality appreciation, etc.

BEHAVIORALExpressive writing

Participants will reflect and write about any cognitions or emotions they can have in relation to their bodies.


Locations(1)

Karolinska Institutet

Solna, Sweden

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