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Online FBT-DBT Caregiver Intervention for Caregivers of Individuals With Anorexia Nervosa

RecruitingNAAges 10 Years - 20 YearsAllShanghai Mental Health Center
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Anorexia nervosa (AN) is a severe psychiatric disorder characterized by a chronic and relapsing course. Caregivers of individuals with AN often experience substantial caregiving burden, emotional distress, and impairment in family functioning due to their ongoing responsibilities in meal supervision, treatment support, and symptom management. Despite the critical role of caregivers in treatment and recovery, evidence-based interventions specifically targeting caregiver burden remain limited in China. This study aims to develop and evaluate an online intervention integrating Family-Based Treatment (FBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for caregivers of individuals with AN. FBT emphasizes empowering caregivers to support nutritional rehabilitation and recovery, whereas DBT provides skills in emotion regulation, validation, and effective communication. The integration of these appro

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Primary caregiver of an individual diagnosed with anorexia nervosa (AN) by a qualified clinician. The individual with AN is between 10 and 20 years of age. The individual with AN does not have a severe comorbid physical illness or severe psychiatric disorder. The caregiver lives in the same household as the individual with AN. The caregiver has at least a primary school level of education and is able to complete study procedures and questionnaires. All participating caregivers from the same family are willing to participate in the intervention and assessment procedures. Able and willing to provide informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Currently providing care for another family member with a chronic physical illness or psychiatric disorder. Current or past history of a severe physical illness or severe psychiatric disorder that would interfere with study participation. Severe emotional instability, active self-harm or suicidal behavior, psychotic symptoms, or other psychiatric conditions requiring immediate clinical intervention. Unable or unwilling to participate in the intervention or assessment procedures.
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What it tests

  • Online FBT-DBT Intervention
  • Online Supportive Psychological Intervention
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Where

1 site
Shanghai Mental Health Center
Shanghai, China
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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