ANOREXIA NERVOSA

This study tested a new family-based treatment for adults with anorexia nervosa that uses insights from brain science. 93 adults with anorexia and a family caregiver participated. The goal was to see if this approach could help improve body weight and reduce eating disorder sympt…

This study tested whether denosumab, a drug used for osteoporosis, can improve bone density in women with anorexia nervosa. Thirty women with low bone mass received either denosumab or a placebo for 12 months. The goal was to see if the drug could strengthen bones and reduce bone…

This study tested whether a drug called romosozumab can improve bone density in women with anorexia nervosa, who often have weak bones. Thirty women received either the drug or a placebo for 12 months, followed by a single dose of another bone-strengthening medication. The goal w…

This study tested a virtual program called FED-F for people with anorexia nervosa who recently completed intensive treatment. The program helps participants face fears about food, weight gain, body sensations, and social situations to prevent relapse. 70 adults took part, and the…

This study tested whether an 8-week mindfulness app is practical and liked by adults with anorexia or bulimia. 32 people who were already in treatment used the app at home. The goal was to see if they would complete the modules and find them helpful, not to measure long-term impr…

This pilot study tested whether a home-based, supervised exercise program is acceptable and safe for 36 women with anorexia nervosa. Participants were asked to complete 8 exercise sessions at home via video calls. The study measured how many people joined and finished the program…

This study tested a new virtual reality (VR) and eye-tracking program to help 75 teenage girls with anorexia nervosa. The program aimed to reduce unhealthy focus on weight-related body parts and ease body dissatisfaction and fear of weight gain. Participants used VR to experience…

This study tested whether adding weekly yoga or a body-awareness program (FSB) to standard care helps young women aged 16–25 with anorexia or bulimia feel less dissatisfied with their bodies and improve eating habits. 54 participants were split into three groups: standard care on…

This study tested a mobile app designed to help adults with anorexia nervosa after they leave intensive treatment. The app includes coaching and a social network to support recovery. 90 women who had recently been discharged from hospital or similar programs used the app or recei…

This study looked at 180 people with anorexia nervosa to understand why they lose bone density. Researchers measured bone mineral density and checked levels of fat-related hormones like leptin and adiponectin every two years for up to six years. The goal was to find connections b…

This study followed 118 women with anorexia nervosa after they left the hospital to see how many relapsed and when. The goal was to understand why relapse rates are high after inpatient care and how to improve treatment. Participants were monitored for up to 40 weeks after admiss…

This study looked at whether anorexia nervosa affects women's sexual health. Researchers compared 122 women with anorexia to healthy women using questionnaires about sexual function and eating habits. The goal was to better understand the link between eating disorders and sexual …

This study checked if children and teens with obesity who used a special treatment tool (combining digital and in-person care) were at risk for developing eating disorders like anorexia or binge eating. Researchers looked at the medical records of 312 patients to see how many sho…

This study measured how common mental disorders like depression, anxiety, and PTSD are among adults in Slovakia. Researchers interviewed 3,100 people to find out who is affected, who gets help, and how symptoms impact daily life. The goal is to identify gaps in care and guide bet…

This study aimed to find new blood markers that could show liver damage in people with anorexia nervosa. Researchers compared blood tests from 19 patients with and without signs of liver injury. The goal was to better understand and detect liver problems linked to this eating dis…

This study looked at how women with anorexia nervosa perceive sounds they make themselves compared to sounds made by others. Researchers tested 31 women (some with anorexia, some healthy) by having them compare loudness of tones. The goal was to understand if the brain's ability …

This study looked at whether the gut lining becomes more 'leaky' in women with anorexia nervosa due to severe malnutrition. Researchers measured intestinal permeability using sugar tests in 23 patients before and after refeeding, and compared them to 46 healthy controls. The goal…

This study looked at how common liver scarring (fibrosis) is in people with anorexia nervosa. Researchers used a special scan called Fibroscan to measure liver stiffness in 43 patients admitted to the hospital. The goal was simply to find out how many had liver damage, not to tes…