Self-Harm in Eating Disorders (SHINE): a mixed-methods exploratory study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Self-harm is highly prevalent among young people with eating disorders. However, why a young person may develop and continue to experience both an eating disorder and self-harm is unclear. This study will investigate the frequency, intensity, duration, function, context and processes of self-harm among people aged 16-25 diagnosed with an eating disorder. It will explore participants' perspectives on the genesis and functions of both their self-harm and eating disorder, as well as their support needs. The study was designed with the input of members of a Young Persons' Advisory Group, who will be key to study delivery and dissemination.

Methods and analysis

This exploratory study has a sequential mixed-methods explanatory design. Between 70 and 100 young people a

SUBMITTER: Lavis A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9335036 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature