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Binge-eating disorder with and without lifetime anorexia nervosa: A comparison of sociodemographic and clinical features.

Pratiksha S PawarLaura M ThorntonRachael E FlattChristina M SanzariEmily A CarrinoJenna P TregarthenStuart ArgueCynthia M BulikHunna J Watson
Published in: The International journal of eating disorders (2022)
Individuals experiencing binge-eating disorder have severe symptomology, but those who have experienced binge-eating disorder and anorexia nervosa fare even more poorly. Our study emphasizes that patients with binge-eating disorder would benefit from being screened for mental health and gastrointestinal comorbidities, and clinicians should consider history of unhealthy weight control behaviors to inform treatment and relapse prevention.
Keyphrases
  • anorexia nervosa
  • mental health
  • body mass index
  • physical activity
  • palliative care
  • weight loss