Enhancing an interactive resource for young neurodivergent people with an eating disorder receiving treatment in a paediatric inpatient service.
About this study
We want to know how an existing interactive resource can be enhanced to promote improved support for neurodivergent, paediatric inpatients, with eating disorders? This project will explore how we can better support these young people in inpatient settings.
Research TeamMrs Rachel Knight, Ms Amy Henderson, Prof Genevieve Pepin, Ms Jasmin Watson
InstitutionDeakin University
Ethics Approval Number2025/HE000377
Project Start Date18 June 2025
ParticipantsDid/Does you or the person you cared for:
- Identify as neurodivergent
- Have/had an eating disorder diagnosis (DSM-5 or DSM-5-TR)
- Receive inpatient treatment in the last 5 years
- Not receive treatment within the last 28 days
- Not have an intellectual disability or cognitive impairment
And were you/they:
- Aged 14-22 when received paediatric inpatient treatment for an eating disorder in Australia
- Identify as neurodivergent
- Have/had an eating disorder diagnosis (DSM-5 or DSM-5-TR)
- Receive inpatient treatment in the last 5 years
- Not receive treatment within the last 28 days
- Not have an intellectual disability or cognitive impairment
And were you/they:
- Aged 14-22 when received paediatric inpatient treatment for an eating disorder in Australia
What is Involved45 minute Zoom interview
Contact Details
Rachel Knight: rachel.knight@deakin.edu.au