Young people's perceptions of and reasons for accessing a web-based cognitive behavioural intervention for bulimia nervosa.
OBJECTIVE
The aim of the present study was to explore young people's experience of accessing and utilising a web-based cognitive behavioural intervention for bulimic disorders.


METHODS
Young people (N = 11) with bulimia nervosa or atypical bulimia nervosa completed a qualitative interview. Interviews were analysed and themes were identified.


RESULTS
Young people liked the programme for its accessibility, flexibility, support and information. Some participants used the intervention as a stepping stone to further treatment.


CONCLUSIONS
Web-based interventions have the potential to provide accessible, effective treatment to young people with bulimia nervosa (BN). More research is needed to determine which components are effective and for whom.
Pretorius
Natalie
N
University of London, UK.
Rowlands
Laura
L
Ringwood
Susan
S
Schmidt
Ulrike
U
D000293:Adolescent; D052018:Bulimia Nervosa / Q000628:therapy*; D015928:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D034742:Electronic Mail; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D020407:Internet; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D036301:Qualitative Research; D006113:United Kingdom; D055815:Young Adult