Overview
A new systematic review investigates how frequently eating disorders and disordered eating behaviors occur in adults undergoing treatment for obesity. The study provides updated estimates that shed light on the extent of these coexisting conditions, crucial for improving clinical practices and treatment design.
Key Findings
- The review compiles data from multiple international studies examining adults seeking obesity treatments, including behavioral therapy, pharmacological interventions, and bariatric surgery.
- Results show that traditional eating disorders—such as binge eating disorder (BED), bulimia nervosa (BN), and night eating syndrome (NES)—appear with significant prevalence in this population.
- Binge eating behaviors were the most common, with figures varying depending on diagnostic methods and clinical settings.
- Disordered eating traits like emotional eating, loss of control overeating, and food addiction also presented at higher levels among these patients compared to the general population.
Clinical Implications
These findings underline the importance of routine screening for eating disorders during obesity treatment intake. Recognizing disordered eating patterns early allows healthcare providers to tailor interventions more effectively and prevent treatment resistance or relapse.
Early detection of eating disorders among patients seeking obesity treatment may significantly improve long-term outcomes.
Research Gaps
- Few longitudinal studies assess how treating obesity impacts the progression or remission of coexisting eating disorders.
- More consistent diagnostic approaches and standardized measurement tools are needed to strengthen evidence and guide integrated treatment strategies.
Author summary: The review highlights that adults seeking obesity treatment frequently experience overlapping eating disorders, urging for integrated screening and treatment approaches.
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