Can talk therapy help kids with extreme picky eating?
NCT ID NCT07641205
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT-AR) to nutrition counseling for children and teens aged 10-18 with Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). 70 participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. The goal is to see which approach better reduces symptoms and improves eating habits.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (CBT-AR) and Nutrition Counseling
What this could lead to
If CBT-AR works better than nutrition counseling, it could become a standard treatment to help children and teens with ARFID overcome their eating restrictions.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, early-stage trial. The therapy may not prove more effective than nutrition counseling, and results may not apply to all patients with ARFID.
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Eating Disorders Clinical and Research Program
Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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