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Effectiveness of a chatbot for eating disorders prevention: A randomized clinical trial.

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Abstract
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Prevention of eating disorders (EDs) is of high importance. However, digital programs with human moderation are unlikely to be disseminated widely. The aim of this study was to test whether a chatbot (i.e., computer program simulating human conversation) would significantly reduce ED risk factors (i.e., weight/shape concerns, thin-ideal internalization) in women at high risk for an ED, compared to waitlist control, as well as whether it would significantly reduce overall ED psychopathology, depression, and anxiety and prevent ED onset.

Year of Publication
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2022
Journal
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The International journal of eating disorders
Volume
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55
Issue
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3
Number of Pages
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343-353
ISSN Number
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0276-3478
URL
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https://doi.org/10.1002/eat.23662
DOI
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10.1002/eat.23662
Short Title
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Int J Eat Disord
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