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[Eating disorders in school children].

João E M Vilela1, Joel A Lamounier, Marcos A D Dellaretti Filho

  • 1Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil. jemvilela@uai.com.br

Jornal De Pediatria
|February 24, 2004
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This study found a high prevalence of disordered eating behaviors and body image concerns among Brazilian school children, particularly females. These findings highlight the need for early intervention and support for adolescent eating disorders.

Area of Science:

  • Child and Adolescent Health
  • Psychiatry
  • Public Health

Context:

  • Eating disorders and disordered eating behaviors are significant public health concerns globally.
  • Limited data exists on the prevalence of these issues in school-aged populations in Brazil.

Purpose:

  • To determine the prevalence of possible eating disorders and inappropriate eating behaviors in school children in Minas Gerais, Brazil.
  • To assess body image dissatisfaction, dieting, and weight control methods among adolescents.

Summary:

  • A cross-sectional study surveyed 1,807 students (ages 7-19) using the Eating Attitude Test (EAT), Bulimic Investigatory Test of Edinburgh (BITE), and Body Image Test.
  • Results indicated 13.3% exhibited inappropriate eating behaviors (EAT), 1.1% showed signs of possible bulimia nervosa (BITE), and 59% were unhappy with their body image.

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  • Significant percentages also reported dieting (40%), exercising for weight loss (56%), binge-eating (12%), and using purgative methods (10%).

    • Impact:

    • The study reveals a high burden of eating disorder risk factors in Brazilian youth, comparable to developed nations.
    • Findings underscore the importance of clinical care for children and adolescents.
    • Results provide a foundation for future research into risk factors and prevention strategies for eating disorders.