Cultural Adaptation of a Cognitive Behavior Therapy Guided Self-Help Program for Mexican American Women With Binge Eating Disorders

J Couns Dev. 2012 Jul 1;90(3):308-318. doi: 10.1002/j.1556-6676.2012.00039.x.

Abstract

Data on the compatibility of evidence-based treatment in ethnic minority groups are limited. This study utilized focus group interviews to elicit Mexican American women's (N = 12) feedback on a cognitive behavior therapy guided self-help program for binge eating disorders. Findings revealed 6 themes to be considered during the cultural adaptation process and highlighted the importance of balancing the fidelity and cultural relevance of evidence-based treatment when disseminating it across diverse racial/ethnic groups.

Keywords: Latinas/Latinos; cognitive behavior therapy; culturally adapted intervention; eating disorders; guided self-help.