Peer mentors tested to ease tough eating disorder care transition
NCT ID NCT05543044
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether peer mentors can support youth aged 16-24 with eating disorders as they move from youth to adult treatment. Participants are paired with a mentor for 3-6 months. The goal is to see if this approach is practical and helps keep patients motivated.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- peer mentor intervention
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could show that peer support helps young people stay motivated during a difficult healthcare transition.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small feasibility study with only 64 participants, so results may not apply widely. It measures motivation, not recovery, and may not show clear benefits.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Abbie J Lane Memorial Building - QEII
Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 2E2, Canada
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