Table 3 Treatment goals of the participants at the unit
Theme | n (%) | Treatment goal | n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Recovery | 2 (11.8) | Recovery from the eating disorder | 2 (11.8) |
Eating disorder symptoms and physical health | 11 (64.7) | Increasing and improving eating and energy intake | 5 (29.4) |
Better physical health and weight gain | 4 (23.5) | ||
Following up physical health and avoiding worsening of one’s physical status | 4 (23.5) | ||
Decreased eating disorder symptoms | 3 (17.6) | ||
Increasing strength and energy | 3 (17.6) | ||
Psychological well-being | 5 (29.4) | Improving and supporting psychological well-being | 4 (23.5) |
Managing psychiatric co-morbidities | 2 (11.8) | ||
Daily living and quality of life | 12 (70.6) | More positive content in one’s daily life | 4 (23.5) |
Improving functional ability and independence through supporting physical health | 4 (23.5) | ||
Improving social functioning and maintaining interpersonal relationships | 3 (17.6) | ||
More relaxation and rest | 2 (11.8) | ||
Other | 2 (11.8) | Planning and arranging further treatment | 1 (5.9) |