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  • 1Department of Psychology, College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, VA 23187-8795.

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Dissociation of feelings, not cognitive distortions, is linked to eating disorders in college women. This suggests hypnotherapy may help individuals with eating problems.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Eating Disorder Research

Background:

  • Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions.
  • Dissociation, a disconnection from reality, is often observed in individuals with eating disorders.
  • Understanding the specific nature of dissociation related to eating problems is crucial for effective treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the relationship between specific types of dissociation and eating disorders.
  • To differentiate the roles of cognitive distortions versus emotional/control-related dissociation in eating problems.
  • To explore the implications for therapeutic interventions for eating disorders.

Main Methods:

  • 142 college women participated in the study.
  • Participants completed self-report measures including the Eating Disorders Inventory, Bulimia Test, Dissociative Experiences Scale, and Perceptual Alteration Scale.

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  • Correlational analyses were used to assess relationships between eating disorder and dissociation measures.

    • Main Results:

    • Eating disorder inventories showed strong correlation (rs = .71).
    • Dissociation scales had moderate correlation (rs = .32), indicating distinct measurement targets.
    • Dissociation of feelings and loss of control were significantly correlated with eating disorders (up to rs = .51), while cognitive distortions were not (all rs < .21).

    Conclusions:

    • Dissociation of feelings appears to be a key factor underlying eating problems.
    • The findings highlight the importance of addressing emotional dissociation in the treatment of eating disorders.
    • Hypnotherapy may be a valuable therapeutic approach for clients with eating disorders.