Brief Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT)-Informed Reformulation for Young People With Eating Disorders: A Case Series.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Onset of Eating Disorder (ED) peaks in young people, and interpersonal factors can influence development and maintenance. With increased referrals to ED services, accessible, brief interventions may support early intervention and improve outcomes. Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) is a transdiagnostic relational approach, which can offer benefit for a range of presenting difficulties. This study aimed to assess the feasibility and acceptability of a brief, CAT-informed reformulation for young people with ED.

Design

A case series design recruited eight young people who met inclusion and exclusion criteria to participate in the five-session reformulation intervention.

Method

Recruitment took place from NHS ED services. Feasibility and acceptability were measur

SUBMITTER: Green C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11963221 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar-Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature