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Control of Eating Behavior Using a Novel Feedback System
Published on: May 8, 2018
Changes in eating self-efficacy and body image following cognitive-behavioral group therapy for binge eating
1Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Florida Health Science Center, PO Box 100165, Gainesville, FL 32610-0165, USA. gwolff@ufl.edu
Abstract:
Binge eating disorder (BED) is a frequent and significant psychiatric comorbidity among individuals seeking treatment for obesity. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is frequently recommended for the treatment of obese individuals with BED. However, there is limited investigation into the effectiveness of the specific components of CBT. In this study, we examine the impact of CBT for BED in obese women on self-efficacy for eating behavior and body image issues. Participants were 12 obese women who participated in a 15-week CBT group program. As predicted, results indicated a reduction in binge episode frequency and significant improvements in self-efficacy and body image pre- and posttreatment. These findings support the premise that a structured cognitive-behavioral group treatment program for obese individuals with BED will promote changes in self-efficacy and body image.
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