International Journal of Eating Disorders
Autistic Traits in Patients With Anorexia Nervosa Treated With Intensive Enhanced Cognitive Behavior Therapy ( CBT ‐E): A Prospective Cohort Study
ABSTRACT Objective This study examined the role of autistic traits in patients with anorexia nervosa receiving an intensive, focused form of enhanced cognitive behavior therapy (CBT‐E). The aim was to assess changes in these traits during treatment and their predictive value for outcomes. Method In this prospective cohort study, 81 patients aged 16–65 years were admitted for intensive CBT‐E. Body mass index (BMI), eating disorder psychopathology, general psychopathology, and functional impairment were assessed at b …