Remote Anorexia Nervosa Research Study
The University of Louisville is seeking individuals who have had symptoms of anorexia nervosa or atypical anorexia to participate in a study focused on investigating and treating symptoms, anxiety, and relapse.

Fast Facts

Have Ever had Anorexia Nervosa or Atypical Anorexia Nervosa

18-65 Years Old

Compensation Provided

Conducted Remotely in the US
Study Background
Join us in advancing our understanding of anorexia nervosa and atypical anorexia nervosa—your participation can make a difference!
This study aims to explore new ways to support individuals with anorexia nervosa and atypical anorexia nervosa by comparing two different approaches: a virtual relapse prevention treatment called “Facing Eating Disorder Fears” and a self-monitoring method. If you participate and are assigned to the Facing Eating Disorder Fears group, you’ll engage in up to 12 interactive sessions designed to help you manage your symptoms and prevent relapse. Throughout the process, you will have a dedicated coach from our study team who will communicate with you regularly, providing guidance and support as you work through the program.
If you’re assigned to the self-monitoring group, you’ll focus on tracking your progress by completing questionnaires through an online or mobile app three times a day. Before starting, you’ll undergo a screening that takes about 90 to 120 minutes to ensure you’re eligible for the study. At the end of this screening, we’ll let you know if you can continue participating. Your involvement will not only help you gain valuable tools for managing your eating disorder but also contribute to important research that could benefit others facing similar challenges.

Study Background
Join us in advancing our understanding of anorexia nervosa and atypical anorexia nervosa—your participation can make a difference!

This study aims to explore new ways to support individuals with anorexia nervosa and atypical anorexia nervosa by comparing two different approaches: a virtual relapse prevention treatment called “Facing Eating Disorder Fears” and a self-monitoring method. If you participate and are assigned to the Facing Eating Disorder Fears group, you’ll engage in up to 12 interactive sessions designed to help you manage your symptoms and prevent relapse. Throughout the process, you will have a dedicated coach from our study team who will communicate with you regularly, providing guidance and support as you work through the program.
If you’re assigned to the self-monitoring group, you’ll focus on tracking your progress by completing questionnaires through an online or mobile app three times a day. Before starting, you’ll undergo a screening that takes about 90 to 120 minutes to ensure you’re eligible for the study. At the end of this screening, we’ll let you know if you can continue participating. Your involvement will not only help you gain valuable tools for managing your eating disorder but also contribute to important research that could benefit others facing similar challenges.

Additional Information
The purpose of this research is to conduct a small pilot program compared to self-monitoring on anorexia nervosa and atypical anorexia nervosa symptoms, anxiety, and relapse.
You may qualify for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Ages 18-65
- Have ever had symptoms of anorexia nervosa or atypical anorexia nervosa
- Have discharged from intensive treatment (i.e., inpatient, residential, partial hospital, or intensive outpatient program) in the past one year
- Medically stable
- Reside in the United States
- No active suicidality
- Not experiencing mania
This study is entirely virtual.
- If assigned to the treatment (FED-F) condition, participants will complete weekly, exposure based, self-guided eating disorder modules, and 3 homework assignments per week. Participants in the FED-F condition will also answer mobile phone questions three times per day, and be given the option to meet weekly with a study coach (who will assist with planning homework exercises, troubleshooting, and provide support).
- If assigned to the self-monitoring condition, participants will answer mobile phone questions three times per day.
All participants will be asked to complete baseline, midpoint, post, and a 2-month follow up self-report questionnaires. Participants will also be asked to undergo a 2-month follow up assessment.
Compensation is up to $110, and the treatment condition is valued at up to $3000.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research studies.