Teens' hidden thoughts: new study explores eating disorder minds

NCT ID NCT06800807

First seen Apr 17, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study looks at how certain thinking patterns (called metacognitive beliefs) show up in teenage girls with eating disorders. Researchers will compare 72 girls aged 12-17 who have an eating disorder with a same-age healthy group. No treatment is given; the goal is to better understand the thoughts that may drive these conditions.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Istituto Auxologico Italiano IRCCS, Site Piancavallo

    RECRUITING

    Oggebbio, Verbania, 28824, Italy

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