Studies

This page includes both current and completed BPSU studies. You can browse studies by speciality, year or status using the filters below, and access study summaries, protocols, publications and patient information materials where available. Together, these studies provide an important evidence base for clinical practice, service development, public health policy and future research.

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March 1, 2005 · Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Early onset eating disorders

This study took place from March 2005 to May 2006. At this time, early-onset eating disorders (EOED: defined here as onset before 13 years of age) were equally as likely to present to paediatricians as child psychiatrists in the UK. This study, supported by the Royal College of Psychiatrists, aimed to quantify the problem and also examine the circumstances surrounding the onset of illness as well as management regimens. A one-year follow-up would assess short-term outcomes.

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