FBT for eating disorders in adolescents

What is it about?

Family-based treatment (FBT) is considered by many to be the first-line treatment for adolescents with anorexia nervosa. This paper reviews the phases of treatment, empirical support for FBT, challenges in the implementation of FBT and recent adaptations to the treatment.

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Why is it important?

Anorexia has one of the highest mortality rates of any psychiatric disorder. Implementation and dissemination of effective evidence-based treatments, such as FBT, is crucial for treating these dangerous disorders.