Moving beyond self-report data collection in the natural environment: A review of the past and future directions for ambulatory assessment in eating disorders.
Kathryn E SmithTyler B MasonAdrienne JuarascioLauren M SchaeferRoss D CrosbyScott G EngelStephen A WonderlichPublished in: The International journal of eating disorders (2019)
Together the literature demonstrates the promise of using a range of ecologically valid ambulatory assessment approaches in EDs, though there remains limited research that has utilized methods other than self-report (e.g., wearable sensors), particularly in recent years. Going forward, there are several technology-enhanced momentary assessment methods that have potential to improve the understanding and treatment of EDs.