Eating Disorders
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Electrolyte disturbances a harbinger of eating disorders?
Electrolyte abnormalities were seen well ahead – more than a year – of the time when patients were diagnosed with eating disorders.
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COVID pandemic associated with anorexia in Canadian youth
“There was so much disruption and [so many] restrictions to young peoples’ daily routines ... That led to heightened anxiety and depression and...
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Two states aim to curb diet pill sales to minors
California and New York are on the cusp of going further than the FDA in restricting the sale of nonprescription diet pills to minors as...
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People really can get ‘hangry’ when hungry
The study is the first to investigate how hunger affects people’s emotions day to day.
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Anorexia linked to notable shrinkage of key brain structures
“This really is a wake-up call, showing the need for early interventions for people with eating disorders,” said Dr. Paul Thompson.
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Youth with bipolar disorder at high risk of eating disorders
The researchers recommend implementing trauma-informed care, assessing and addressing suicidality and self-injury, and prioritizing therapies that...
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New tool may identify pregnant women with eating disorders
Pregnant women who have an eating disorder are at increased risk for gestational diabetes, premature birth, labor complications, difficulties...
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Multiple mental health woes? Blame it on genetics
The results could lead to the development of treatments that address multiple psychiatric disorders at once.
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Pandemic prompts spike in eating disorder hospitalization for adolescents
Significant increases occurred in length of stay, use of medications, and discharge to inpatient treatment.
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Mental illness tied to COVID-19 breakthrough infection
“Individuals with psychiatric disorders “should be prioritized for booster vaccinations and other critical preventive efforts.”
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First comprehensive guidelines for managing anorexia in pregnancy
Managing anorexia nervosa in pregnancy requires multidisciplinary care that considers the substantial physiological changes for women and...