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¹School of Medicine, Campbelltown Campus, Western Sydney University, Sydney, Australia.

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This systematic review evaluates treatments for bulimia nervosa, finding cognitive behavioral therapy and psychotherapy effective. It also examines discontinuing medication in remission for bulimia nervosa patients.

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Area of Science:

Psychiatry
Clinical Psychology
Eating Disorders

Background:

Bulimia nervosa affects up to 1% of young women, characterized by binge-eating and compensatory behaviors.
Normal weight in affected individuals can complicate diagnosis.
Recovery rates vary, with 50% fully recovering, 33% partially, and 10-20% retaining symptoms after a decade.

Purpose of the Study:

To systematically review the effects of treatments for adult bulimia nervosa.
To assess the impact of discontinuing treatment in individuals with bulimia nervosa in remission.

Main Methods:

A systematic review of 26 studies, including systematic reviews, RCTs, and observational studies.
Searches conducted across major databases (Medline, Embase, Cochrane Library) up to June 2007.
Inclusion of harms alerts from regulatory agencies (FDA, MHRA).

Main Results:

Evidence quality was evaluated using the GRADE system.
A range of interventions were assessed for effectiveness and safety.

Conclusions:

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), alone or with exposure response prevention, is effective.
Interpersonal psychotherapy and dialectical behavioral therapy show promise.
Pharmacological options including SSRIs, TCAs, mirtazapine, and venlafaxine were reviewed, alongside self-help and guided self-help CBT.