Transactions among thinness expectancies, depression, and binge eating in the prediction of adolescent weight control behaviors.

Anna Marie L OrtizHeather A DavisGregory T Smith

Published in: The International journal of eating disorders (2019)

Thinness expectancies appear to mediate the predictive influence of binge eating and depressive symptoms on risk for engaging in weight control behaviors. These results add to theoretical understanding of risk and suggests potential intervention pathways for clinicians.

Keyphrases

depressive symptoms
weight loss
physical activity
body mass index
randomized controlled trial
young adults
mental health
weight gain
sleep quality
palliative care