Evaluation of a Six-session Psycho-education Group Program

Evaluation of a Six-session Psycho-education Group Program Delivered to Family Members and Close Friends of Patients Suffering From Eating Disorders and Co-morbid Personality Disorders

The aim of this project is to analyze the impact of a psycho-educational group program on the family members and close friends of persons with eating disorders and co-morbid personality disorders.

The aim of this project is to analyze the impact of a six session psycho-educational group program on the family members and close friends of persons with eating disorders and co-morbid personality disorders.

Measurements: General health, perceived caregiver burden, and relation to the patient at the following point of time: pre -, post- and follow up, with waiting list control.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Relatives and close friends to persons receiving treatment for their eating disorder and comorbid personality disorder.
• > 18 years,
• Speak and understand norwegian language, and
• Informed consent to participate for both relative and patient.