Actively Recruiting
Assessment of the Impact of Early Treatment for Anorexia Nervosa in a Day Hospital on Food Symptomatology, the Outcome of Young Patients, and the Family Experience
Led by Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris · Updated on 2026-01-29
164
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
217 weeks
Total Duration
On this page
Sponsors
A
Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
Lead Sponsor
U
URC-CIC Paris Descartes Necker Cochin
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This research aims to evaluate early treatment for adolescents with recent anorexia nervosa using a day hospital approach. The study compares this early, intensive, multidisciplinary care to conventional outpatient treatment to see if it improves food-related symptoms, patient outcomes, and family experiences over short, medium, and long term. The trial focuses on young patients diagnosed within the last 12 months and includes their families in the care process. Participants who accept the day hospital program attend 10 to 12 sessions over 12 weeks, which include medical monitoring and multidisciplinary support from pediatricians, psychiatrists, dietitians, and recovered former patients. Sessions alternate between patient-only and family-involved activities. Those who decline or cannot attend the day hospital receive standard outpatient multidisciplinary care. The study also includes semi-structured interviews with patients and parents to assess experiences and satisfaction. Participants undergo evaluations at inclusion, after the 12-week program, and follow-up visits at 6 months, 12 months, and 5 years. These visits include clinical assessments, interviews, and satisfaction questionnaires. Some follow-ups can be done by phone. Data is collected both prospectively and retrospectively for participants who started treatment before the study. The primary outcome measured is the occurrence of clinical events one year after inclusion, with additional long-term follow-up to five years.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Assessment of the Impact of Early Treatment for Anorexia Nervosa in a Day Hospital on Food Symptomatology, the Outcome of Young Patients, and the Family Experience
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adolescents aged 12 to 18 years and their parents
- First consultation for anorexia nervosa diagnosed within the last 12 months
- Clinical condition suitable for day hospital care
You will not qualify if you...
- Parents or children unable to speak, read, or write French
- Previous treatment by an eating disorder specialist or hospitalization for anorexia nervosa within the past 12 months
- Prior family therapy for anorexia nervosa
- Body mass index less than 13 kg/m2 for those under 14 years or less than 14 kg/m2 for those 14 years and older at initial assessment
- Major psychiatric or metabolic conditions affecting eating or its regulation
- Families in crisis requiring immediate hospitalization
AI-Screening
AI-Powered Screening
Complete this quick 3-step screening to check your eligibility
Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 12 weeks
Participants who accept the day hospital program attend 10 to 12 sessions over 12 weeks involving close medical monitoring and multidisciplinary interventions including pediatrician, psychiatrist, dietitian, and recovered former patients. Sessions alternate between patient-only and family involvement.
10 to 12 half-day sessions over 12 weeks
Duration - 1 day
At the end of the day hospital program, participants and their parents complete a clinical evaluation and semi-structured interviews.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - Up to 5 years
Participants receive multidisciplinary outpatient follow-up care involving appointments with a psychiatrist, pediatrician, and dietitian approximately every month. This applies to both participants from the day hospital program and those receiving usual outpatient care.
Monthly visits on average
Duration - 6 to 12 months
Participants undergo clinical evaluations with searches for clinical events and semi-structured interviews at approximately 6 months and 12 months after inclusion. These visits can be conducted by phone.
2 visits (can be by phone)
Duration - 1 day
Five years after inclusion, participants undergo a final clinical evaluation to assess long-term outcomes. This visit can be conducted by phone depending on participant preference.
1 visit (in-person or by phone)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Maison de Solenn Maison des Adolescents, Cochin Hospital
Paris, IDF, France, 75014
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
C
Corinne BLANCHET, MD, PhD
M
Marie BENHAMMANI-GODARD
How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
N/A
Allocation
N/A
Model
N/A
Primary Purpose
N/A
Number of Arms
3
Similar Trials
Frequently Asked Questions
Have more questions? Get in touch with our team for quick support
Not the Right Trial for You?
Explore thousands of other clinical trials that might be a better match.
Sign up to get personalized trial recommendations delivered to your inbox.
Already have an account? Log in here