Acceptability, Feasibility, and Preliminary Effectiveness of a Mobile App for Teens With or at High Risk for Eating Disorders: A Three‐Arm Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Self‐Help, Guided Self‐Help, and Guided Self‐Help With a Social Networking Component

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• This research aims to evaluate the acceptability, feasibility, and effectiveness of a mobile app designed for teens at high risk for eating disorders.
• Conducted a three-arm pilot randomized controlled trial
• Compared three interventions: self-help, guided self-help, and guided self-help with social networking
• Engaged teens with or at high risk for eating disorders
• Digital self-help interventions show promise as scalable options for at-risk teens
• Guided interventions may enhance outcomes for specific groups
• Preliminary findings indicate positive acceptability and feasibility.