COVID-19 and eating disorder and mental health concerns in patients with eating disorders.

Julia A VitaglianoGrace JheCarly E MillirenJessica A LinRebecca SpigelMelissa FreizingerElizabeth R WoodsSara F FormanTracy K Richmond

Published in: Journal of eating disorders (2021)

Our findings demonstrate the perceived negative impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the self-reported ED and MH symptoms in patients with EDs, particularly in those who report concern for a negative environmental change. These results underscore the need for heightened monitoring of patients with EDs during the pandemic.

Keyphrases

mental health
coronavirus disease
sars cov
emergency department
depressive symptoms
physical activity
social support
mental illness
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
sleep quality
climate change
life cycle