Internet-delivered Cognitive-behaviour Therapy for Child and Adolescent Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
The purpose of this trial is to evaluate the clinical efficacy, the cost-effectiveness and the 6-month durability of a therapist-guided, Internet-delivered cognitive-behavior therapy programme for children and adolescents with body dysmorphic disorder.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. A primary diagnosis of BDD, based on the diagnostic criteria of the 5th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Confirmed by the assessor at the inclusion assessment using a semi-structured diagnostic interview. In cases where it is challenging to rule out the presence of actual physical defects that are clearly noticeable (e.g., if the area of concern is the genitalia), we will make a referral to an appropriate service for an expert opinion. 2. A total BDD symptom severity score on the BDD-YBOCS-A ≥24. Confirmed by the assessor at the inclusion assessment. 3. Age between 12 and 17 years. Confirmed by the caregiver/parent and subsequently by the medical record. 4. A minimum of one available caregiver/parent being able to co-participate and support the child/adolescent throughout the treatment. Confirmed by the caregiver/parent at the inclusion assessment. 5. Regular access to a computer connected to the Internet and a mobile phone to