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Parent-based prevention program for the children of mothers with eating disorders: Feasibility and preliminary

Shiri Sadeh-Sharvit1,2, Eynat Zubery2, Esty Mankovski2

  • 1a Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences , School of Medicine, Stanford University , Stanford , California , USA.

Eating Disorders
|March 5, 2016
PubMed

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Parent-Based Prevention (PBP) shows promise for mothers with eating disorders. This intervention improved parental feeding practices and child outcomes, reducing risks for offspring eating and mental health issues.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Children of mothers with eating disorders face elevated risks for feeding and developmental issues.
  • Parent-Based Prevention (PBP) aims to mitigate these risks by addressing parental risk factors and promoting behavioral changes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the feasibility and preliminary outcomes of the Parent-Based Prevention (PBP) intervention.
  • To assess the impact of PBP on parental feeding practices, child outcomes, and maternal functioning.

Main Methods:

  • A pre/post uncontrolled study design was employed.
  • 16 families participated, with assessments at three time points.
  • Data collected included parental feeding practices, child outcomes, and maternal functioning.

Main Results:

  • PBP demonstrated feasibility with satisfactory retention rates for mothers with eating disorders and their spouses.
  • Both parents reported significant improvements in feeding practices and more positive child perceptions post-intervention.
  • Preliminary findings indicate a reduction in the risk of eating and mental problems in offspring.

Conclusions:

  • Parent-Based Prevention (PBP) is a feasible intervention for families affected by maternal eating disorders.
  • PBP shows potential for improving child outcomes and reducing developmental risks.
  • Further research is warranted to confirm the long-term efficacy of PBP.

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