Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Bulimia Nervosa01:30

Bulimia Nervosa

191
Bulimia nervosa is a complex and severe eating disorder characterized by a cyclical pattern of binge-and-purge eating pattern. It generally involves an episode of binge eating, followed by compensatory behaviors such as vomiting, excessive exercise, laxative use, or fasting, to prevent weight gain. Despite often maintaining a normal weight, individuals with bulimia are intensely preoccupied with their body image and harbor an overwhelming fear of gaining weight. This can contribute to the...
191
Binge Eating Disorders01:23

Binge Eating Disorders

168
Binge eating disorder is a significant mental health condition characterized by recurrent episodes of excessive food consumption within a short period, accompanied by a perceived loss of control over eating behavior. Unlike occasional overeating, binge eating disorder is marked by distressing emotions such as guilt, shame, and anxiety following binge episodes. The disorder affects individuals across different ages and backgrounds, with profound implications for physical and psychological...
168
Anorexia Nervosa01:28

Anorexia Nervosa

185
Anorexia nervosa is a complex and severe eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of weight gain, an unrelenting pursuit of thinness, and a distorted body image. It often leads to dangerously low body weight relative to an individual's age and height. This disorder is marked by significant physical and psychological consequences, making it one of the most life-threatening psychiatric illnesses.
Symptoms and Physical Effects
Individuals with anorexia nervosa commonly exhibit extreme...
185
Self-Schemas02:16

Self-Schemas

32.2K
In general, a schema is a mental construct consisting of a cluster or collection of related concepts (Bartlett, 1932). There are many different types of schemata, and they all have one thing in common: schemata are a method of organizing information that allows the brain to work more efficiently. When a schema is activated, the brain makes immediate assumptions about the person or object being observed.
32.2K
Obedience01:08

Obedience

33.1K
According to obedience research, we may harm others under the forceful pressures of an authority figure (Milgram, 1974). How about if the inappropriate orders were delivered with less force? The increasing interdependence between nurses and physicians compelled Hofling and his colleagues to explore nurses’ reactions to a potentially harmful medical request made by the perceived authority figure, the doctor (Hofling, Brotzman, Dalrymple, Graves, & Pierce, 1966). In this situation,...
33.1K
Introduction to Psychological Disorders01:19

Introduction to Psychological Disorders

509
Abnormal behavior, often referred to as mental illness, results from changes in brain function that influence thought patterns, behaviors, and social interactions. Psychologists and psychiatrists typically assess abnormal behavior using three primary criteria: deviance, maladaptation, and personal distress, particularly when these traits persist over long periods.
Deviant Behavior
Deviance in behavior refers to actions or thought patterns that significantly diverge from societal norms or...
509

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Superintelligence: A Crucial Juncture in the Development of Healthcare Sciences and Public Health.

International journal of environmental research and public health·2026
Same author

Factor Structure and Measurement Invariance Across Gender of the Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire-Short Form in Italian Workers.

European journal of investigation in health, psychology and education·2026
Same author

Risk Assessment of Workplace Violence Against Nurses: How Data Collection Methods Influence Results-A Swedish and Italian Cross-Sectional Study.

Nursing reports (Pavia, Italy)·2026
Same author

Eating Disorders in the Workplace.

Nutrients·2025
Same author

Individual Work Attitudes and Work Ability.

European journal of investigation in health, psychology and education·2025
Same author

Not All Workers Experience Equal Sleep Changes: Insights from the "WorkInCovid" Project.

Clocks & sleep·2025
Same journal

Correction: Grewal et al. Diversity and Representation in Cardiovascular Research: Evidence Gaps, Emerging Models, and Policy Implications. <i>Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health</i> 2026, <i>23</i>, 241.

International journal of environmental research and public health·2026
Same journal

Drinking Water Quality and Health Risk Assessment in Rural Ghana: Evidence from North-East and North Gonja Districts in the Savannah Region.

International journal of environmental research and public health·2026
Same journal

Physical Activity of University Students During COVID-19 Restrictions: Evidence from Poland.

International journal of environmental research and public health·2026
Same journal

Assessment of Occupational Health and Safety Hazards in Mosquito Control Personnel in North Carolina and Virginia, USA.

International journal of environmental research and public health·2026
Same journal

Association Between Dysfunctional Parenting Practices and Suspected Gaming Disorder Among Japanese Male Junior High School Students: A Cross-Sectional Study of Parental Assessment.

International journal of environmental research and public health·2026
Same journal

A National Virtual Peer Support Group for Women Veterans Living with Breast Cancer: Lessons from the Field.

International journal of environmental research and public health·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Sep 10, 2025

A Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Eating Disorder Analysis and Diagnosis
04:19

A Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Eating Disorder Analysis and Diagnosis

Published on: May 10, 2022

4.0K

Violence in Healthcare Workers Is Associated with Disordered Eating.

Nicola Magnavita1, Lucia Isolani2

  • 1Department of Life Sciences and Public Health, Section of Occupational Health, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
|August 28, 2025
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Workplace violence (WV) significantly increases eating disorder (ED) risk in healthcare workers (HCWs). Addressing WV and mental health is crucial for preventing EDs and improving HCW well-being.

Keywords:
anxietybinge eatingdepressionfeeding and eating disorderhealth promotionhealth surveillancenight worksleep qualitywork-related stress

More Related Videos

Assessing Activity-based Anorexia in Mice
08:26

Assessing Activity-based Anorexia in Mice

Published on: May 14, 2018

12.6K
Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report
05:10

Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report

Published on: May 30, 2025

347

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Sep 10, 2025

A Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Eating Disorder Analysis and Diagnosis
04:19

A Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Eating Disorder Analysis and Diagnosis

Published on: May 10, 2022

4.0K
Assessing Activity-based Anorexia in Mice
08:26

Assessing Activity-based Anorexia in Mice

Published on: May 14, 2018

12.6K
Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report
05:10

Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report

Published on: May 30, 2025

347

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Psychiatry
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Workplace violence (WV) is prevalent in healthcare, linked to adverse physical and mental health outcomes.
  • Healthcare workers (HCWs) experiencing WV face significant risks, necessitating research into associated health conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between workplace violence (WV) experienced by healthcare workers (HCWs) and the presence of eating disorders (EDs).

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 1215 HCWs assessed WV history and eating behaviors using the Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire (EDE-QS).
  • Sleep quality, stress, common mental illnesses, and metabolic disorders were also evaluated.
  • Multivariate analysis examined the relationship between WV, EDs, and other health factors.

Main Results:

  • HCWs reporting WV had significantly higher EDE scores, indicating increased eating disorder risk.
  • WV exposure doubled the risk of EDs (OR 2.33).
  • Common mental disorders (OR 1.13) and low sleep quality (OR 1.09) were also associated with EDs.

Conclusions:

  • Workplace violence is a significant risk factor for eating disorders among healthcare workers.
  • Maladaptive coping mechanisms for stress and mental health issues stemming from WV may contribute to EDs.
  • Healthcare organizations must implement programs to prevent EDs in HCWs, considering the impact on individual health and patient care.