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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric mental health
  • Developmental psychology
  • Genetics and epigenetics

Background:

  • Increasing incidence of early-onset eating disorders (EDs) in children requires updated understanding.
  • EDs in children present uniquely, impacting development and differing from adult presentations.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic has amplified risk factors for pediatric EDs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To synthesize current evidence on the multifactorial etiology of pediatric EDs.
  • To emphasize a biopsychosocial framework integrating genetic, epigenetic, psychological, and environmental influences.
  • To review and evaluate prevention and intervention strategies for early-onset EDs.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review synthesizing emerging evidence on ED etiology.
  • Analysis of observational and genomic studies.
  • Evaluation of current prevention and intervention approaches.

Main Results:

  • EDs in children are multifactorial, influenced by genetics (e.g., DRD4, DAT1 variants), epigenetics, parental factors, and environment.
  • Parental psychopathology and feeding interactions significantly impact child development and emotional regulation.
  • Altered gene expression due to early stress contributes to ED heterogeneity.
  • Pandemic-related stressors have exacerbated vulnerabilities for disordered eating.

Conclusions:

  • A comprehensive biopsychosocial model is crucial for understanding pediatric EDs.
  • Early detection and tailored interventions, including family-based and digital health approaches, are vital.
  • Further research and integrated clinical/public health strategies are needed to address the rise in pediatric EDs.