Pregnancy struggles of women with eating disorders explored in new study
NCT ID NCT04815044
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This completed study interviewed 28 women with a history of bulimia or binge-eating disorder about their pregnancy and postpartum experiences. Researchers aimed to understand how these women cope with body changes and interact with healthcare services. The goal is to improve care and detection of eating disorders during pregnancy.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help healthcare providers better support pregnant women with eating disorder histories, improving care and outcomes.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed interview study (28 participants) that gathers experiences, not a treatment trial. Findings may not apply to all women.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Therese Fostervold Mathisen
Fredrikstad, Fredrikstad, 1671, Norway
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