Eating Disorders
Conference Coverage
COVID lockdowns linked to PTSD in patients with eating disorders
These findings should be considered when developing interventions for eating disorders, said lead study author Veronica Nisticò.
Feature
An international trip: Global experts weigh in on psychedelics
In most, if not all, countries, it is still illegal to prescribe psychedelics in other than a research setting.
From the Journals
‘Stunning’ report shows eating disorders are vastly underestimated
A 2019 global study of eating disorders excluded binge-eating disorder and other specified or eating disorders, Dr. Damian F. Santomauro reported...
Feature
‘Peer respites’ provide an alternative to psychiatric wards during pandemic
“When things are really tough and you need extra support but you don’t need hospitalization, where’s that middle ground?” asked Keris Myrick of...
Conference Coverage
Binge eating in ADHD may not be impulsivity-related
“Enhanced responsiveness to food cues may be a mediating mechanism underlying overeating in ADHD,” said Elizabeth Martin, MSc.
From the Journals
Reassuring findings on SSRIs and diabetes risk in children
For the current study, the researchers analyzed claims data on almost 1.6 million patients aged 10-19 years.
Evidence-Based Reviews
Anorexia nervosa and COVID-19
Understanding the relationship between eating disorders and infections can improve outcomes.
Conference Coverage
Consider adjunctive olanzapine for feeding disturbance
LAS VEGAS – “The judicious use of low-dose olanzapine may facilitate eating, weight gain, and the reduction of anxious, depressive, and cognitive...
Cases That Test Your Skills
The woman who couldn’t stop eating
Ms. C, age 33, eats uncontrollably up to 10 times a day. She’s gained >50 lb and has poor self-esteem and low energy and motivation. She wants...
From the Journals
Eating disorders may add to poor type 2 control, but BMI confounds the issue
From the Journals
Duloxetine ‘sprinkle’ launches for patients with difficulty swallowing