Previous research studies have revealed differences in social processing and behavior in patients with eating disorders. This novel eight-session group therapy intervention targets the social domain, rather than specific eating disorder symptoms, to improve outcomes for patients.
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The group consists of eight sessions and is offered both virtually and in-person. Virtual sessions are an hour long and include educational content related to the brain and social functioning in eating disorders. In-person sessions are two hours long and include an interactive group art task in addition to the hour of educational content.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Young adults ages 18-30
- DSM-5 eating disorder diagnostic criteria met within past 12 months
- Medically appropriate for partial hospitalization or lower level of care
Current status: ENROLLING
For more information, please contact Ava Ryan at edresearch@utsouthwestern.edu or via phone at (214) 648-4617.