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A Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Eating Disorder Analysis and Diagnosis
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Eating disorder treatment experiences among racially/ethnically minoritized samples.
Sarah Song1, Kailey E Roberts1, Pete Franz1
1Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, Yeshiva University, Bronx, New York, USA.
Eating Disorders
|January 24, 2025
Summary
Racial and ethnic minorities receive fewer eating disorder (ED) treatments and find them less helpful. Lack of cultural competence is a key barrier, highlighting the need for tailored interventions to improve ED care access and outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Eating disorders (EDs) affect diverse populations, yet disparities in treatment access and outcomes persist for racial and ethnic minorities.
- Understanding these disparities is crucial for developing equitable mental healthcare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare ED treatment experiences between racially/ethnically minoritized individuals and White individuals.
- To explore the influence of acculturation and mental health stigma on treatment experiences in these groups.
Main Methods:
- A comparative study involving 41 White and 27 racially/ethnically minoritized individuals with a history of EDs.
- Assessment of treatment history, perceived helpfulness, barriers, acculturation, and stigma tolerance.
Main Results:
- Racially/ethnically minoritized participants received fewer ED treatments and were less likely to utilize inpatient or day/partial hospitalization.
- Nutritionists and residential treatment were rated as less helpful by minoritized groups.
- Lack of provider cultural competence was a significant barrier for minoritized individuals.
- Higher acculturation correlated with greater perceived treatment helpfulness among minoritized participants.
Conclusions:
- Significant disparities exist in ED treatment utilization and perceived helpfulness for racial and ethnic minorities.
- Cultural competence and tailored interventions are essential to address barriers and improve ED treatment outcomes for diverse populations.
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