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InsideOut is Australia’s national institute for research, translation and clinical excellence in eating disorders with global research partnerships. We aim to transform the prevention, early intervention and treatment landscape for eating disorders in Australia, and ultimately find a cure.

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Monash University

Investigating the Efficacy of Estradiol in Anorexia Nervosa Treatment

Researchers at Monash University are investigating the effectiveness of a 50mcg/day transdermal estradiol patch in treating anorexia nervosa (AN).

Now openClosing: 6 Jan, 2026

Deakin University

Relationship Quality in Anorexia Nervosa

Researchers at Deakin University are investigating how attitudes towards body image and food influence relationships with friends and family

Now openClosing: 31 Dec, 2024

University of New England

Assessing the Influence of Caregiver Factors on Family-Based Treatment (FBT) for Child and Adolescent Eating Disorders: Phase Three Measure Evaluation

Researchers from the University of New England are evaluating the validation of a psychometric measure, the Caregiver Strengths and Challenges Questionnaire for Eating Disorders (CSCQ-ED).

Now openClosing: 19 Dec, 2024

La Trobe University

The efficacy of an eHealth prevention and early intervention program targeting eating disorder symptoms in adults

Researchers at La Trobe University are examining the efficacy of an eHealth prevention and early intervention program targeting eating disorder symptoms in adults.

Now openClosing: 28 Feb, 2024

Curtin University

Lived Experience of Waiting for Psychological Treatment for an Eating Disorder in Western Australia

Researchers at Curtin University are investigating the lived experience and being on a waitlist, and how people can be better supported while waiting for treatment.

Now openClosing: 10 Feb, 2024

Lambert Initiative for Cannabinoid Therapeutics

Cannabidiol as an Adjunct for the Treatment of Anorexia Nervosa (CAFTAN): An Open Label Pilot Trial with extension in Young People

Researchers at the InsideOut Institute and Lambert Initiative at the University of Sydney are investigating the safety and efficacy of a new pharmacological treatment, cannabidiol, as an adjunct to Maudsley Family Based Treatment in young persons aged 12-18 with anorexia nervosa.

Now openClosing: 30 Oct, 2024

Western Sydney University

Narrative Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa

Do you have a lived experience of receiving treatment for anorexia nervosa and an interest in trying narrative therapy? This is part of a Western Sydney University research project looking at the experiences of individuals with anorexia nervosa engaging in narrative therapy intervention.

Now openClosing: 21 Dec, 2023