Research & Innovation | Overview
The Eating Disorders Program at Boston Children's Hospital is actively involved in many research projects aimed at providing a better understanding of adolescent eating disorders and developing new treatments.
Current Eating Disorders Program research projects
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Therapies for prevention of osteoporosis in girls with eating disorders
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Eating patterns and weight control behaviors that lead to eating disorders and obesity
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Nutritional patterns and eating disorder risk in school and community settings
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Assessments of middle school environments that promote healthy nutrition, body image and physical activity
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New therapies for eating disorders, including a clinical practice guideline
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National Quality Improvement collaborative study to compare and improve care of adolescents with restrictive eating disorders across the country