Experiences From Pregnancy and Post-partum Period in Women With a History of Eating Disorders.
Launched by OSTFOLD UNIVERSITY COLLEGE · Mar 22, 2021
Trial Information
Current as of June 26, 2025
Enrolling by invitation
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Women with the eating disorder bulimia nervosa (BN) have been found to have a higher risk of unplanned pregnancies than healthy women, and experience greater miscarriage, premature birth, birth complications, and postpartum depression. Having a disorder in which the overevaluation of the need to control body weight and food intake is pertinent, may cause a tremendous mental challenge to accept the bodily change through a pregnancy. Other studies have found that women with eating disorders seem to find motivation to refrain from the eating disordered behavior for the sake of the fetus, but t...
Gender
FEMALE
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • previous participant in the PED-t project
- • previous/current diagnosis of bulimia nervosa or binge eating disorder
- • has accepted to take part in the long-term follow up study in the PED-t project
- • has been/are pregnant
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • not matching the above criteria
About Ostfold University College
Østfold University College is a reputable academic institution dedicated to advancing research and education in various fields, including health sciences. As a clinical trial sponsor, it leverages its strong commitment to innovation and collaboration to conduct rigorous studies that contribute to the understanding and improvement of healthcare practices. The college emphasizes ethical standards, scientific integrity, and the translation of research findings into practical applications, fostering partnerships with healthcare professionals and institutions to enhance patient outcomes and public health initiatives.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Fredrikstad, , Norway
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Therese F Mathisen, PhD
Principal Investigator
Østfold University College
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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