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Research at InsideOut

InsideOut Institute is Australia's national leader in eating disorder research. Our work spans clinical trials, digital innovation, and translation into real-world practice. Through global research partnerships, we are advancing knowledge to improve prevention, early intervention, and treatment for eating disorders, with the ultimate goal of finding a cure.

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Treatment Innovation

Treatment Innovation

Transforming treatment landscape for people with EDs through innovative and novel treatments

Projects

clinical

SupportED: An online program for anyone supporting a loved one with an eating disorder

SupportED is the first inclusive online support program co-designed for carers of people with eating disorders, offering self-paced skills training across all eating disorder types and carer relationships. Preliminary findings demonstrate the program's acceptability and feasibility while showing promise in reducing caregiver burden and improving support capabilities.

clinical

Pilot study of Australian-first microlearning training program for GPs

This pilot study evaluated the acceptability and effectiveness of an online microlearning program for GPs to help support patients with eating disorders. Results demonstrated improved skills, confidence, and willingness-to-treat among participating GPs.

research

For Me Trial: Evaluating a personalised package of care for young people with anorexia nervosa and their carers

This trial will develop and evaluate a personalised package of care for young people with anorexia nervosa aged 14-25 through co-production with individuals and families, with treatment tailored based on regular clinical and psychometric review.

clinical

Panorexia: A clinical trial of psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy for treatment-resistant Anorexia Nervosa

This trial evaluates the safety, feasibility, and preliminary efficacy of psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy for individuals with treatment-resistant anorexia nervosa who have not responded to standard evidence-based interventions.

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