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Effectiveness of a computer-based interactive eating disorders prevention program at long-term follow-up.

Kathryn Graff Low1, Swita Charanasomboon, Jill Lesser

  • 1Bates College, Lewiston, Maine 04240, USA. klow@bates.edu

Eating Disorders
|June 8, 2006
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This study found that an internet-based eating disorder prevention program improved outcomes for college women. Participants in an unmoderated discussion group showed the greatest risk reduction, with benefits sustained long-term.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Public Health
  • Digital Health

Background:

  • Computer-based psychoeducational programming is a growing method for health interventions.
  • Internet-based programs offer scalable solutions for mental health prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of an Internet-based eating disorder prevention program.
  • To compare outcomes with and without moderated discussion groups.
  • To assess long-term effects and user engagement.

Main Methods:

  • Randomized controlled trial with 72 non-symptomatic undergraduate women.
  • Intervention groups: Internet program only, Internet program with discussion groups, control group.
  • Follow-up assessments at short-term and 8-9 months.

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Main Results:

  • All program participants showed better outcomes than controls.
  • The unmoderated discussion group yielded the most significant risk reduction.
  • Program benefits persisted at follow-up; risk reduction correlated with usage time.

Conclusions:

  • The "Student Bodies" program may reduce long-term eating disorder and body image concerns.
  • Discussion group moderation may not be essential for program efficacy.
  • Further research is needed on larger samples to clarify the role of discussion groups.