Optimizing Fidelity to Family-Based Treatment for Adolescent Anorexia Nervosa

Optimizing Fidelity to Family-Based Treatment for Adolescent Anorexia Nervosa

This study will use a data base of archived therapy sessions of family therapy for adolescent anorexia nervosa to determine the role of fidelity to treatment and outcome. In addition, it will develop a novel, more efficient way to train therapists in family therapy for adolescent anorexia nervosa and examine if it is feasible to conduct a trial comparing this novel training to standard, more intensive training.

Inclusion Criteria:

• masters or doctoral training in their field (psychology, psychiatry, family therapy).
• must be licensed
• have no reports of malpractice or loss of privileges at clinical institution
• minimum caseload 5 adolescents with AN each year over past 3 years
• no previous training in FBT
• computer/web access

Exclusion Criteria:

• Previous FBT training for AN