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Peer Reviewed Articles

Additional information on research about eating disorders

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Adolescent/Youth Focused

Anxiety Disorder Symptoms at Age 10 Predict Eating Disorder Symptoms and Diagnoses in Adolescence

Study investigating prospective associations between anxiety and eating disorder behaviors and disorders.

Eating Disorders in Adolescent and Young Adult Males: Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Treatment Strategies

A review paper looking at prevalence estimates, symptom presentation, and assessment and treatment strategies for males.

Exploring Types of Family Environments in Youth With Eating Disorders

Study examining relationship between family social environments and the clinical presentation of adolescent eating disorders.

Family-Based Treatment of Eating Disorders in Adolescents: Current Insights

FBT: Outline of the three phases, key tenets, and empirical support.

Is Childhood Trauma Associated With Lifetime Suicide Attempts in Women With Bulimia Nervosa?

Abstract outlining the role of childhood trauma in suicide attempts among women with bulimia nervosa.

Predictors and Moderators of Psychological Changes During the Treatment of Adolescent Bulimia Nervosa

Predictors and moderators of change during treatment of adolescent bulimia nervosa.

Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Family-Based Treatment to Adolescent Focused Individual Therapy for Adolescents With Anorexia Nervosa

Study evaluating the efficacy of family-based treatment and adolescent focused individual therapy for adolescents with anorexia nervosa on full remissions.

Randomized Clinical Trial of Family-Based Treatment and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Adolescent Bulimia Nervosa

Abstract with an overview of the results from a clinical trial comparing FBT and CBT for treating adolescent bulimia nervosa.

Anorexia Nervosa

Decreased Feedback Learning in Anorexia Nervosa Persists After Weight Restoration

Study showing reduced learning from feedback or reinforcement in individuals with anorexia nervosa.

Examination of the Shared Genetic Basis of Anorexia Nervosa and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Examination of shared genetic background between anorexia nervosa and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Factors Associated with Recovery from Anorexia Nervosa

Retrospective study examining factors associated with recovery.

Neural Mechanisms Supporting Maladaptive Food Choices in Anorexia Nervosa

Study examining the neurobiological mechanisms underlying persistent maladaptive food choices in anorexia nervosa.

Partner Distress in the Context of Adult Anorexia Nervosa: The Role of Patients’ Perceived Negative Consequences of AN and Partner Behaviors

Describes the partner perspective in the context of couple-based treatment for anorexia nervosa.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Anorexia Nervosa

Understanding the relationship between trauma and anorexia nervosa.

Treating Anorexia Nervosa in the Couple Context

Overview of a novel couple-based treatment for anorexia nervosa.

Bulimia Nervosa / Binge-Eating Disorder

The Feasibility of a Binge Eating Intervention in Black Women with Obesity

Preliminary research on a binge-eating treatment for black women.

Management and Outcomes of Binge-Eating Disorder

Systematic review and meta-analysis on the effectiveness of treatments for binge-eating disorder conducted by the Agency for Healthcare and Research Quality (AHRQ).

Management and Outcomes of Binge-Eating Disorder: Executive Summary from AHRQ

Executive summary of the Agency for Healthcare and Research Quality (AHRQ) report on binge-eating disorder (BED) treatments.

Management and Outcomes of Binge-Eating Disorder: Research Protocol

Research protocol for the Agency for Healthcare and Research Quality (AHRQ) systematic review on binge-eating disorder (BED) treatments.

Neuroimaging in Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder: A Systematic Review

Systematic review of neuroimaging research in bulimia nervosa and binge-eating disorder.

Racial/Ethnic Differences in Adults in Randomized Clinical Trials of Binge Eating Disorder

Investigation of racial/ethnic differences in demographic characteristics and eating disorder symptoms in participants enrolled in treatment trials for binge-eating disorder.

College

Eating Disorders in Female Athletes: Use of Screening Tools

An overview of available screeners for use in athlete populations.

Eating Disorders on the College Campus

A national survey of programs and resources available on college campuses.

Eating Disorder Symptomatology: Prevalence among Latino College Freshmen Students

A study examining the prevalence of eating disorder symptoms in first-year college students.

Biological/Genetics

Decreased Feedback Learning in Anorexia Nervosa Persists After Weight Restoration

Study showing reduced learning from feedback or reinforcement in individuals with anorexia nervosa.

Examination of the Shared Genetic Basis of Anorexia Nervosa and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Examination of shared genetic background between anorexia nervosa and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Genetics and Epigenetics of Eating Disorders

Review of genetic associations in eating disorders.

Neural Mechanisms Supporting Maladaptive Food Choices in Anorexia Nervosa

Study examining the neurobiological mechanisms underlying persistent maladaptive food choices in anorexia nervosa.

Reconceptualizing Anorexia Nervosa

Review of genetics and etiology of anorexia nervosa.

Recent Advances in Understanding Anorexia Nervosa

Advances in the study of neurobiology in anorexia nervosa.

Underrepresented Groups

“Las Penas con Pan Duelen Menos”: The Role of Food and Culture in Latinas with Disordered Eating Behaviors

Describes the role of food and culture in nutrition intervention for Latinas with eating disorders.

Racial/Ethnic Differences in Adults in Randomized Clinical Trials of Binge Eating Disorder

Investigation of racial/ethnic differences in demographic characteristics and eating disorder symptoms in participants enrolled in treatment trials for binge-eating disorder.

Special Topics

Course and Predictors of Maternal Eating Disorders in the Postpartum Period

Predictors of eating disorders in postpartum women.

Facebook Use and Disordered Eating in College-Age Women

Describes the relationship between Facebook use and disordered eating.

A Framework for Applying Natural Language Processing in Digital Health Interventions

Emerging evidence on digital health interventions for eating disorders.