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Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Carla Ugarte Perez, Claudia Cruzat-Mandich, Alvaro Quinones Bergeret, Dafne Diaz-Tendero, Marcela Gallegos, Aurora A. Gil, Antonio Cepeda-Benito
Summary: This study compared the effectiveness of remotely delivered Mindfulness-Based Eating Awareness Training (MB-EAT) and Behavioral Weight Loss (BWL) counseling through a random controlled trial. The findings showed that both interventions can lead to significant increases in eating-related mindfulness and awareness, significant decreases in unhealthy eating patterns and weight over the course of treatment. However, participants in both groups also reported increased depression and anxiety symptoms, which may be attributed to the general changes observed in the population during COVID-19. Overall, this study suggests that remote interventions for dysregulated eating and weight loss can be effective.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Behavioral Sciences
Daniela Mercado, Lauren Robinson, Gemma Gordon, Jessica Werthmann, Iain C. Campbell, Ulrike Schmidt
Summary: This meta-analysis found that Mindfulness Based Interventions (MBIs) were more effective than control groups in increasing mindfulness scores and decreasing BED symptoms. However, they were not more effective in reducing body mass, which may be attributed to the variability in intervention duration. Longer interventions led to greater improvements in mindfulness scores and BED symptoms.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Aaron Keshen, Sara Bartel, Guido K. W. Frank, Nils Erik Svedlund, Abraham Nunes, Laura Dixon, Sarrah Ali, Allan S. Kaplan, Phillipa Hay, Stephan Touyz, Francisco Romo-Nava, Susan L. McElroy
Summary: The article suggests a new approach to treating eating disorders with stimulants, discussing research directions and risks. It emphasizes the importance of future research in this area.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF EATING DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Wesley R. Barnhart, Abby L. Braden, Lauren A. Dial
Summary: The study found that acting with awareness mindfulness weakened the association between emotional eating-depression and binge eating severity, while non-reactive mindfulness enhanced the association between the two. This suggests that acting with awareness and non-reactive mindfulness may be important treatment targets for addressing these maladaptive eating behaviors.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Psychiatry
Brenna Bray, Chris Bray, Ryan Bradley, Heather Zwickey
Summary: This study aimed to collect information about mental health issues related to adult binge eating disorder. The survey showed that depression and anxiety were the most commonly recognized mental health comorbidities. These findings align with existing prevalence data on mental health comorbidity, but further research is needed.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Brenna Bray, Adam Sadowski, Chris Bray, Ryan Bradley, Heather Zwickey
Summary: This study collected data from experts in the field of binge eating disorder to gain insight into the clinical aspects of this disorder. The findings reveal the importance of understanding the relationship between binge eating disorder and obesity, as well as the role of food/eating restriction and emotion dysregulation in the pathology of this disorder. The study also highlights paradigm shifts in the understanding of eating disorders and the need for further research in classification issues.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Margaret Sala, Irina Vanzhula, Corey R. Roos, Cheri A. Levinson
Summary: Higher trait mindfulness may offer protection against eating disorder pathology, and specific mindfulness processes have different connections with specific eating disorder symptoms. Future research could enhance the effectiveness of mindfulness-based interventions for eating disorders by targeting specific mindfulness processes.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Carlos Eduardo Ferreira de Moraes, Marina Maria Leite Antunes, Carla Mourilhe, Rosely Sichieri, Phillipa Hay, Jose Carlos Appolinario
Summary: A study in a metropolitan city in Brazil found that individuals with BESC exhibited different eating patterns. BED and RBE participants consumed staple foods more frequently, while those with BN preferred high calorie foods.
Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Jasmine Kaur, An Binh Dang, Jasmine Gan, Zhen An, Isabel Krug
Summary: This systematic review examines the sociodemographic, clinical, and psychological features of Night Eating Syndrome (NES) in patients with eating disorders, obesity, or undergoing bariatric surgery. The study found that NES patients have elevated eating disorder pathology and higher occurrence of depressive symptoms compared to controls. The review suggests that NES can be differentiated from Binge Eating Disorder based on factors such as emotional eating, body-related concerns, and abnormal eating episodes.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Psychiatry
Anna Herman, Armand Bajaka
Summary: Binge eating disorder and bulimia nervosa are eating disorders characterized by episodes of overeating, and research suggests a relationship between these disorders and dysbiosis of the intestinal microbiota, indicating potential for treatment by targeting the gut microbiota.
PSYCHIATRY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Sonal Mathur, Mahendra P. Sharma, Srinivas Balachander, Thennarasu Kandavel, Y. C. Janardhan Reddy
Summary: The study indicates that mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is more effective in treating OCD compared to stress management training, with significant efficacy. Despite limitations such as a small sample size and high attrition rate in the control group, future research should compare the efficacy of MBCT with CBT and examine the sustainability of change in longitudinal studies.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Mallory Frayn, Caroline Fojtu, Adrienne Juarascio
Summary: The study found that COVID-19 had both positive and negative impacts on binge eating spectrum disorder symptoms, with patients having positive perceptions of tele-therapy and varied feedback on the integration of COVID-19 concerns into their eating disorder treatment.
CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Psychiatry
Dominique Grohmann, Keith R. Laws
Summary: The study found that mindfulness-based interventions are effective in reducing binge eating severity, but the effects may not be maintained over time. Future research should focus on assessing the effectiveness of MBIs on different populations, including men and those from ethnic minority backgrounds.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHOSOMATIC RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Ewelina Burnatowska, Agnieszka Wikarek, Paulina Oboza, Natalia Ogarek, Mateusz Glinianowicz, Piotr Kocelak, Magdalena Olszanecka-Glinianowicz
Summary: Obesity is a known risk factor for the development of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), particularly phenotype A. PCOS is a major cause of fertility disorders in women of reproductive age. Treatment of hormonal disorders associated with PCOS has been pursued for years to restore ovulation and regular menstrual cycles. Obesity treatment has been proven effective for many women, but may be challenging due to underlying emotional eating, eating disorders, and impaired reward system. Recognizing and treating these disorders, including the appropriate use of pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy, is crucial for effective obesity treatment in women with PCOS.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Wadad Kathy Tannous, Phillipa Hay, Federico Girosi, Andreea Heriseanu, Moin Uddin Ahmed, Stephen Touyz
Summary: This study investigated the economic and other costs of eating disorders (EDs) at the community level in South Australia. The results showed that the total annual economic cost of EDs in South Australia in 2018 was estimated to be $84 billion, with a significant burden of disease and loss of life. The healthcare system costs, productivity loss, and tax revenue loss were also considerable in the Australian economy.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
