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Control of Eating Behavior Using a Novel Feedback System
Published on: May 8, 2018
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Could training executive function improve treatment outcomes for eating disorders?
Adrienne S Juarascio1, Stephanie M Manasse1, Hallie M Espel1
1Department of Psychology, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
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|March 18, 2015
Summary
Neurocognitive training may improve executive functioning deficits common in eating disorders (EDs). Cognitive Remediation Therapy shows promise for enhancing ED treatment outcomes by targeting these cognitive impairments.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Neuroscience
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Current eating disorder (ED) treatments have limited efficacy.
- Traditional therapies do not address executive functioning deficits underlying EDs.
Purpose of the Study:
- Explore neurocognitive training for improving executive functioning in EDs.
- Enhance ED treatment outcomes by targeting cognitive deficits.
Main Methods:
- Review evidence on executive functioning deficits in EDs.
- Evaluate Cognitive Remediation Therapy (CRT) for EDs.
- Examine neurocognitive training for similar psychiatric disorders.
Main Results:
- Evidence suggests executive functioning deficits are central to ED pathology.
- Cognitive Remediation Therapy shows initial promise for EDs.
- Neurocognitive training is effective for related psychiatric conditions.
Conclusions:
- Neurocognitive training holds significant potential for treating EDs.
- Further development and research of ED-specific neurocognitive programs are warranted.
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