Topic Overview:If you’re currently struggling with an eating disorder, you know how important family  is in the treatment process.

CED is involved in a study to help find the best treatment for adolescents with anorexia nervosa. The study will look into interventions and treatment for you and your loved one. Also, the study is outpatient which means your family will not be separated. Participation in the study will involve family therapy, a complete medical workup for the adolescent, and for some medication, that will be at no expense to you.

CED Docs’ Philosophy: This study will help us determine which family-based therapy works best in treating teenagers with anorexia.

If you decide to participate, you’ll take part in one of two different types of family-based therapy which vary in their approach but have the same desired outcome: a new happy and healthy way of life for you and your entire family.

As always, participation is completely confidential and will be used to help other teens and their families who are coping with eating disorders.

Relevant Tips/ Solutions:

#1 – Don’t go through this alone. Talk to someone and make a plan for recovery that works for you. A parent, sibling, coach…whomever you trust.

#2 – If you are interested in being a part of this study, call us (410-427-3854) or learn more about the study.

Related articles:

• PBS documentary on families with eating disorders
• CED study overview