A study protocol for implementing Canadian Practice Guidelines for Treating Children and Adolescents with Eating Disorders

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2024年1月5日

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Jennifer L. Couturier,
Melissa Kimber,
Catherine Ford,
Jennifer S. Coelho,
Gina Dimitropoulos,
Ayisha Kurji,
Jonathan Boman,
Leanna Isserlin,
Jason Bond,
Chelsea Soroka,
Anna Dominic,
Ahmed Boachie,
Gail McVey,
Mark Norris,
Nicole Obeid,
David Pilon,
Wendy Spettigue,
Sheri Findlay,
Josie Geller,
Seena Grewal,
Joanne Gusella,
Monique Jericho,
Natasha Johnson,
Debra Katzman,
Natalie Chan,
Chloe Grande,
Maria Nicula,
Drew Clause-Walford,
Anick Leclerc,
Rachel Loewen,
Techiya Loewen,
Cathleen Steinegger,
Elizabeth Waite,
Cheryl Webb,
Melissa Brouwers

摘要

Background

Eating disorders have one of the highest mortality rates among psychiatric illnesses. Timely intervention is crucial for effective treatment, as eating disorders tend to be chronic and difficult to manage if left untreated. Clinical practice guidelines play a vital role in improving healthcare delivery, aiming to minimize variations in care and bridge the gap between research and practice. However, research indicates an active guideline implementation approach is crucial to effective uptake.

Methods

Mixed methods will be used to inform and evaluate our guideline implementation approach. Semi-structured focus groups will be conducted in each of the eight provinces in Canada. Each focus group will comprise 8–10 key stakeholders, including clinicians, program administrators, and individuals with lived experience or caregivers. Qualitative data will be analyzed using conventional content analysis and the constant comparison technique and the results will be used to inform our implementation strategy. The study will then evaluate the effectiveness of our implementation approach through pre- and post-surveys, comparing changes in awareness, use, and impact of the guidelines in various stakeholder groups.

Discussion

Through a multifaceted implementation strategy, involving the co-creation of educational materials, tailored training, and context-specific strategies, this study intends to enhance guideline uptake and promote adherence to evidence-based practices. Our study will also contribute valuable information on the impact of our implementation strategies.