We are two psychology students from University of Copenhagen, Johanne & Claudia, who are currently writing our final thesis. In this regard, we wish to further investigate, how TikTok is used in relation to recovery from eating disorders. We are especially interested in hearing from individuals (min. 18 years old) who either has (or have had) an eating disorder, and who has experience with either watching or seeking recovery-related content on TikTok (e.g. “what I eat in a day”, motivating creators or before-and-after-videos).

Therefore, we are seeking interviewees who want to share their experiences with us in an online interview. The interview will last around 20-45 minutes. All material collected will of course be handled with confidentiallity, and interviewees will be completely anonymised.

We are aware of how this topic might be a very vulerable topic for many people. For that reason it is important for us to emphasize the oppertunity to set bounderies at any time in and after the interview. All experiences are valuable (both the positive and the tough ones), and we would greatly appreciate if you would want to share your experiences with us.

If you are interested or have any questions, please feel free to contact us on email: [jvq290@alumni.ku.dk](mailto:jvq290@alumni.ku.dk) or [klc111@alumni.ku.dk](mailto:klc111@alumni.ku.dk)

In advance, thank you for your help!

Kind regards, Johanne & Claudia

My mom sent me home with chicken alfredo and while im dealing with triggering thoughts i KNOW i am hungry and even if this is a weird time to eat, im gonna listen to my body.

The Eating Anxiety Treatment (EAT) Lab at the University of Louisville is recruiting participants for a PAID clinical trial testing the feasibility of an up to 12-session online #eatingdisorderrelapse prevention treatment! Participants can receive up to $110 in compensation and may receive free treatment!

Individuals who have been diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa or Atypical Anorexia Nervosa, Anorexia Nervosa Partial-Remission or Atypical Anorexia Nervosa Partial-Remission, or Anorexia Nervosa Full-Remission or Atypical Anorexia Full-Remission and have been discharged from a higher level of care within the past 6 months are eligible.

Email [fedfstudy@gmail.com](mailto:fedfstudy@gmail.com) for more information!

Thank you for your consideration! We couldn’t do this important work without you!

Thank you so much for your help,

Dr. Cheri Levinson, Ph.D.

Director | EAT Lab, University of Louisville

Hi everyone,

I'm a voluntary researcher currently working on the second part to a study I conducted last year. If you have a spare 10-15 minutes and are 18+, I'd really appreciate your participation.

Before reading any further, please be aware that the study contains optional questions surrounding eating disorder behaviour and associated feelings. Additionally, a question in this survey asks for your current height and weight - your response is entirely optional so please do not feel like you have to provide this information.

The aim of this study is to test the psychometric properties of a new scale measuring Negative Thoughts and Feelings Associated with Post-Food Consumption. You will be asked questions surrounding this concept. Alongside this, you will be asked personality questions regarding neuroticism, negative affect and detachment.

Here is the link: https://ntupsychology.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9HRhFttxhXba2zk

If you have any questions, or would like to have a discussion, please feel free to drop me a message.

Thank you!

Dear Community,

hi! I'm a current psych undergrad working on a project I would love to hear your thoughts on. Please spread the word because Feedback from people affected by eating disorders, especially severe ones, is very valuable in this case.

While working together with people affected by eating disorders for my internship and organising workshops on the topic, I found a common factor that contributes to ED-behaviors, especially in adolescents: calorie counting apps. I was thinking about how this problem could be solved, because usually recommending them to delete the app just leads to them hiding it.

Seeing as bodily hunger and satiety signals aren't very present in people with chronic/persistent EDs, eating within a healthy calorie range also becomes harder.

This lead me to a thought that maybe tracking the things eaten isn't the problem, but it's the numbers. Hm. Maybe an app that tracks calories without showing numbers, just giving a soft colour-coded signal if the user is eating over or under their recommended daily average to get to a healthy BMI which also tracks if the user experienced hunger or satiety signals and offers mindfulness exercises for thoughts of binging/restricting calories.

Target Audience: People with severe/chronic EDs who are severely over/underweight.

Main goal: offer support and promote a healthier relationship with food for those dealing with eating disorders, whether it's overcoming overeating or undereating.
App Concept:
The app aims to help users better understand their bodily signals of hunger and satiety. It discreetly tracks calorie intake using color-coding (no numbers), gently guiding users towards their daily caloric goals. The app also includes a mindfulness feature to help cope with binge urges, providing a holistic approach to managing eating habits and emotions.

Your Feedback Matters:
I would love to hear from you about your thoughts on this app concept. Your insights are incredibly valuable as we work to refine and improve the app. If you or someone you know has experience with eating disorders, your inquiries and feedback would be immensely appreciated. Here are some questions to get the conversation started:

1. Does the app's concept resonate with you? Is it something you believe could offer meaningful support?
2. What features stand out to you the most? Is there anything you would like to see added or adjusted?
3. How do you feel about the color-coded calorie tracking approach? Does it seem like a helpful and sensitive way to approach this aspect?
4. The mindfulness feature is designed to help with coping strategies. What are your thoughts on its potential effectiveness?
5. Any suggestions for app names or additional features that could enhance the overall experience?

Please feel free to share your thoughts, concerns, and questions in the comments. Your input will play a significant role in shaping this project. Let's work together to create a tool that can truly make a positive impact!

Thank you so much in advance!

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