Day hospital for eating disorders: does it help teens in the long run?
NCT ID NCT07648108
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 307 adolescents and young adults (ages 12-22) with eating disorders who receive care at a specialized day hospital. Researchers will track changes in body mass index, eating disorder symptoms, and overall well-being over time. The goal is to understand how well day hospital treatment works compared to standard care, and to find ways to improve treatment for young people.
What this could mean
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- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help identify which aspects of day hospital care work best for teens with eating disorders, leading to more effective treatment programs.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so results may not prove cause and effect. The findings depend on routine care data, which can vary widely.
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