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Comorbidity and binge eating disorder

J E Mitchell1, M P Mussell

  • 1University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis 55455-0392, USA.

Addictive Behaviors
|November 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Obesity research typically shows no link to psychopathology. However, individuals with binge eating disorder (BED) exhibit higher rates of psychiatric issues, distress, and low self-esteem.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Obesity Research
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • General obesity research often fails to show a link with psychopathology.
  • Clinical samples of obese individuals with binge eating disorder (BED) present differently.
  • Previous studies indicate BED is associated with psychological distress and social issues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review psychiatric comorbidity in individuals with BED.
  • To highlight research findings on BED and mental health.
  • To propose future research directions in BED.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing research.
  • Analysis of studies on obese individuals with and without BED.
  • Synthesis of findings on psychiatric comorbidity in BED.

Main Results:

  • Obese individuals with BED show higher psychiatric comorbidity than non-binge eating obese individuals.
  • BED is linked to increased psychological distress.
  • BED is associated with social problems and impaired self-esteem.

Conclusions:

  • Individuals with BED represent a distinct clinical subgroup within obesity.
  • Further research is needed to understand and address the psychiatric comorbidities of BED.
  • Clinical attention to mental health is crucial for individuals with BED.

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