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Future directions for equity-centered body image and eating disorders prevention work
Anna C Ciao1, Tiffany A Brown2, Michael Levine3
1Department of Psychology, Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA, USA.
Eating Disorders
|October 29, 2024
Summary
Future research in eating disorder prevention should prioritize equity, community partnerships, and policy-focused, action-based studies to address underrepresented perspectives and systemic inequalities.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- The special issue highlights progress and persistent gaps in eating disorder prevention research.
- Existing research provides frameworks but requires further development for broader impact.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize shared themes from 12 articles on eating disorder prevention.
- To propose recommendations for future research directions and innovations.
Main Methods:
- The study is a concluding reflection on a special issue comprising 12 articles.
- Analysis of prominent themes across the collection of research papers.
Main Results:
- Significant progress has been made in eating disorder prevention.
- Gaps remain in research teams, participants, and methodologies, particularly concerning equity.
Conclusions:
- Future research must prioritize equity in research teams, participants, and approaches.
- Encourage multidisciplinary and community partnerships for translatable and sustainable prevention programs.
- Promote action-based research addressing systemic factors contributing to body-based oppression.
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