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[Eating disorders in males: a representative survey]

J F Kinzl1, C Traweger, E Trefalt

  • 1Abt. für Psychosomatische Medizin, Univers.-Klinik für Psychiatrie, Innsbruck Osterreich.

Zeitschrift Fur Ernahrungswissenschaft
|January 23, 1999
PubMed
Summary

This study found that 0.8% of men in Tyrol met criteria for binge eating disorder, and 4.2% had partial binge eating syndrome, indicating eating disorders are prevalent in men.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Context:

  • Eating disorders are often perceived as predominantly affecting women, with limited research on male prevalence.
  • Understanding the epidemiology of eating disorders in men is crucial for targeted prevention and treatment strategies.
  • This study focuses on a representative male sample in Tyrol, Austria.

Purpose:

  • To determine the prevalence of specific eating disorders, including binge eating disorder and bulimia nervosa, in an adult male population.
  • To identify associated factors, such as overweight and obesity, in men diagnosed with eating disorders.
  • To compare the prevalence of eating disorders in men to established figures in women.

Summary:

  • The study surveyed 1000 men in Tyrol using telephone interviews.

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  • 0.8% met DSM-IV criteria for binge eating disorder (BED), and 4.2% had partial BED.
  • Bulimia nervosa affected 0.5%, while 9.4% reported recurrent overeating. Most affected men were overweight or obese.

    • Impact:

    • Findings highlight that certain eating disorders, particularly binge eating disorder, are significantly prevalent in men, challenging gender stereotypes.
    • Results suggest a need for increased awareness and tailored interventions for eating disorders in male populations.
    • This research contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of eating disorder distribution across genders.