Body Image and Eating Behaviours in Autistic Youth and Young Adults

Summary

This study will explore if autistic girls and young women have different body image concerns compared to their non-autistic peers. We are also interested in how body image might impact eating and weight control behaviours. Participants will complete a several online questionnaires asking about eating habits, weight-related behaviours, and body image.

Eligibility

Currently recruiting participants: No

Eligible ages: 12 to 24

Accepts healthy participants: Yes

Inclusion criteria:

1. Must be between 12-24 years of age
2. Must be able to read and write English
3. For youth aged 12-15, both the youth and their parent/guardian must be willing to participate

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Additional information

Contact information

If interested please email the ENHANCE Lab at enhancelab@ucalgary.ca

Principal investigator:

Carly McMorris

Clinical trial:

No

REB-ID:

REB20-0190