Grover, M., Williams, C. , Eisler, I., Fairbairn, P., McCloskey, C., Smith, G., Treasure, J. and Schmidt, U. (2010) An off-line pilot evaluation of a web-based systemic cognitive-behavioral intervention for carers of people with anorexia nervosa. International Journal of Eating Disorders, (doi: 10.1002/eat.20871)
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Publisher's URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/eat.20871
Abstract
<p><b>Objective:</b></p> <p>To evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a novel systemic cognitive behavior therapy-based intervention for carers of people with anorexia nervosa (AN). The intervention provides information and promotes skills development in managing the illness. Carers were also offered professional support.</p> <p><b>Method:</b></p> <p>Twenty-seven carers were recruited. Outcomes measuring carer distress, experience of care-giving, level of expressed emotion and problem solving were measured pre- and post-intervention and at follow-up. Carers also gave feedback.</p> <p><b>Results:</b></p> <p>There was a significant reduction in carers' anxiety and depression, negative experiences of caregiving and expressed emotion and a significant increase in positive experiences in caregiving after the intervention. Most improvements were maintained at follow-up. The intervention was well received.</p> <p><b>Discussion:</b></p> <p>The results of this pilot study indicate that the intervention is acceptable to carers and may have a positive impact on carers' mental health and experience of care-giving. Further investigation of the intervention is warranted.</p>
| Item Type: | Articles |
|---|---|
| Keywords: | anorexia nervosa; psycho-education; cognitive behaviour therapy; systemic therapy; carer |
| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Williams, Professor Christopher |
| Authors: | Grover, M., Williams, C., Eisler, I., Fairbairn, P., McCloskey, C., Smith, G., Treasure, J., and Schmidt, U. |
| Subjects: | R Medicine > R Medicine (General) |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Health & Wellbeing > Mental Health and Wellbeing |
| Journal Name: | International Journal of Eating Disorders |
| Publisher: | Wiley |
| ISSN: | 0276-3478 |
| ISSN (Online): | 1098-108x |
| Published Online: | 15 November 2010 |
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