Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Weight-related Bullying (Online Treatment)
United States30 participantsStarted 2020-10-05
Plain-language summary
This study will perform a clinical trial with adolescents to pilot a new cognitive-behavioral treatment (CBT) for weight-related bullying testing (1) feasibility, (2) acceptability, and (3) initial efficacy. The treatment will be conducted via audio/video telehealth.
Who can participate
Age range11 Years – 17 Years
SexFEMALE
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Inclusion criteria
✓. Be in the age range ≥11 years old and ≤17 years old;
✓. Report experiencing weight-related bullying
✓. Report current distress about weight-related bullying
✓. Be otherwise-healthy youth (i.e., no uncontrolled or serious medical conditions);
✓. Read, comprehend, and write English at a sufficient level to complete study-related materials;
✓. Located in the United States and available for participation in the study for 3 months.
Exclusion criteria
✕. Has a medical or psychiatric condition that would require hospitalization or intensive care (e.g., severe anorexia, neurological disorder, psychotic disorders, suicidality);
✕. Has uncontrolled medical condition(s) (e.g., uncontrolled diabetes or hypertension);
✕. Is pregnant or breastfeeding;
✕. Is taking medication(s) or participating in treatment(s) that could influence weight or appetite;
✕. Is engaged in concurrent treatments that focus on trauma-related stress;
✕. Began taking hormonal contraceptives less than 3 months prior;
✕. Has a developmental or cognitive disorder (e.g., autism spectrum disorder);