Orthorexia Nervosa and Anorexia Nervosa: Similar, But Distinctly Different
A focus on food but differences by culture, and quality and quantity of food. An… Read More
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What Can An Avatar Reveal About Body Image in AN?
In a German study, beauty was in the attitude, not the eye, of the beholder.… Read More
Purging Behaviors and Sleep Disturbances
In a study from Japan, disturbed sleep was dramatically different in those with purge-type AN.… Read More
Does Teasing Lead to Disordered Eating?
Results differed in two studies; one added changes over time. Teasing about weight and bullying… Read More
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More Highlights from the 2017 International Conference on Eating Disorders in Prague Medical complications of… Read More
One Negative Effect of Weight Restoration among Men
In one study, short-term weight gains led to abnormal adipose tissue deposits in the abdomen.… Read More
FROM ACROSS THE DESK: Body Image Under Attack
Dr. Sandra Wartski’s thoughtful essay in this issue spotlights one of the compelling hazards women… Read More
EDs as an Aftermath of Military Sexual Trauma
Victims who report abuse face widespread social and professional retaliation. Military sexual trauma (MST) has… Read More
An Intervention for Caregivers Using Video-based Skills Training
A promising service for families and partners Caregivers of eating disorders patients run a marathon… Read More
Examining Patients’ Capacity to Consent to Treatment
Patients with diminished mental ability respond more poorly in treatment. Many genetic, psychosocial, and interpersonal… Read More
Mobile Apps Show Promise for Treatment among Young Patients
Little evidence yet, but benefits stem from easier access to care. It seems like a… Read More
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Taking a Global View of Eating Disorders: Some Highlights of ICED 2017 The ICED meeting… Read More