Effects of Exercise on Body Image in College Women at Risk for an Eating Disorder

2008 ◽  
Author(s):  
Claire M. Peterson ◽  
Keri J. Brown Kirschman
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Eating Disorder ◽  
College Women

scholarly journals Selective processing of body image words in women at-risk for developing an eating disorder: A preliminary study

2011 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. e199-e203 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. A. Aspen ◽  
R. I. Stein ◽  
J. Cooperberg ◽  
J. L. Manwaring ◽  
D. Barch ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Eating Disorder ◽  
Preliminary Study ◽  
Selective Processing

Relations between implicit attitudes towards eating disorder stimuli and disordered eating symptoms among at-risk college women

2021 ◽  
Vol 41 ◽  
pp. 101499
Author(s):  
Shruti S. Kinkel-Ram ◽  
Natalie M. Perkins ◽  
Jessica Ribeiro ◽  
Joseph Franklin ◽  
April R. Smith
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Eating Disorder ◽  
College Women ◽  
Disordered Eating ◽  
Implicit Attitudes ◽  
Disordered Eating Symptoms

scholarly journals Eating Disorder Risk and the Role of Clothing in Collegiate Cheerleaders' Body Images

2012 ◽  
Vol 47 (5) ◽  
pp. 541-548 ◽  
Author(s):  
Toni M. Torres-McGehee ◽  
Eva V. Monsma ◽  
Thomas P. Dompier ◽  
Stefanie A. Washburn
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Eating Disorder ◽  
Confidence Interval ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Odds Ratio ◽  
Eating Attitudes ◽  
Weight Control Behaviors ◽  
Clothing Type

Context With increased media coverage and competitive opportunities, cheerleaders may be facing an increase in eating disorder (ED) prevalence linked to clothing-related body image (BI). Objective To examine ED risk prevalence, pathogenic weight control behaviors, and variation in clothing-specific BI across position and academic status among collegiate cheerleaders. Design Cross-sectional study. Setting National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I and II institutions. Patients or Other Participants Female collegiate cheerleaders (n = 136, age = 20.4 ± 1.3 years, height = 160.2 ± 8.1 cm, weight = 57.2 ± 8.3 kg). Main Outcome Measure(s) Participants self-reported height, weight, and desired weight and completed the Eating Attitudes Test. Body image perceptions in 3 clothing types (daily clothing, midriff uniform, full uniform) were assessed using sex-based silhouettes (body mass index = 18.3 kg/m2 for silhouette 1, 23.1 kg/m2 for silhouette 4). Results The ED risk for cheerleaders was estimated at 33.1%. However, when body mass index was controlled using backward stepwise logistic regression, flyers had greater odds (odds ratio = 4.4, 95% confidence interval = 1.5, 13.2, P = .008) of being at risk compared with bases, but no difference was noted between the base and back-spot positions (odds ratio = 1.9, 95% confidence interval = 0.5, 6.6, P = .333). A main effect of BI perceptions was seen (P < .001), with a significant interaction by clothing type (F2,133 = 22.5, P < .001, η2 = 0.14). Cheerleaders desired to be smaller than their perceived BIs for each clothing type, with the largest difference for midriff uniform (2.6 ± 0.8 versus 3.7 ± 0.9), followed by full uniform (2.7 ± 0.8 versus 3.5 ± 0.9) and daily clothing (2.8 ± 0.8 versus 3.5 ± 0.9). Conclusions Cheerleaders, especially flyers, appear to be at risk for EDs, with greatest BI dissatisfaction when wearing their most revealing uniforms (ie, midriffs). Universities, colleges, and the national governing bodies of these squads need to focus on preventing eating disorders and BI dissatisfaction and promoting self-esteem.

The Complex Links Between Depression and Body Image in College Women

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pamela A. Sarigiani ◽  
Phame M. Camarena ◽  
Brittany R. Noble
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
College Women

Body Image Flexibility and Eating Disorder Spectrum Problems

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Johanna W. Wendell ◽  
Akihiko W. Masuda ◽  
Jane Le
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Eating Disorder

scholarly journals Feeding and eating problems in children and adolescents with autism: A scoping review

Autism ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 136236132199563
Author(s):  
Jessica Baraskewich ◽  
Kristin M von Ranson ◽  
Adam McCrimmon ◽  
Carly A McMorris
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Eating Disorder ◽  
Food Presentation ◽  
Eating Problems ◽  
Feeding Problems ◽  
Picky Eating ◽  
Food Avoidance ◽  
Eating Disorder Symptoms ◽  
Almost All ◽  
Specific Food

Feeding problems, such as picky eating and food avoidance, are common in youth with autism. Other feeding and eating problems (e.g. disordered eating, fear of trying new foods, and insistence on specific food presentation) are also common in this population. This scoping review describes the nature and extent of feeding and eating problems in autistic youth and reports characteristics of autistic youth who experience such issues. Thirty-four studies were included in the current review, with almost all studies (91%) investigating feeding problems. Only 9% of studies examined concern with weight, shape, and/or body image, but several authors noted that disordered eating attitudes and behaviors may occur more frequently in those with autism than their peers without autism. No common individual characteristics (e.g. cognitive functioning and autism symptom severity) were identified for youth who experience feeding or eating problems. Although differentiating “feeding” from “eating” problems is critical for accurate identification and treatment of these issues, the existing literature has failed to do so. We propose that in future research “eating problems” be used when behaviors involve preoccupation with food, eating, or body image, and “feeding problems” be used when such preoccupation is absent. Lay abstract Feeding problems, such as picky eating and food avoidance, are common in youth with autism. Other, broader difficulties with feeding and eating (eating disorder symptoms such as restricting food intake or preoccupation with body shape or weight and insistence on specific food presentation) are also common in autistic individuals. Here, we describe the nature and extent of feeding and eating problems in youth with autism. We found no common characteristics (such as severity of autism symptoms) that best describe autistic youth who experience problems with feeding or eating. Almost all studies we reviewed focused on problems with feeding (selective or picky eating), and only a few studies focused on eating disorder symptoms (concern with weight, shape, and/or body image). However, some researchers reported that eating disorder symptoms may occur more often in autistic individuals compared to their peers without autism. Many studies used the terms “feeding” and “eating” problems interchangeably, but understanding the difference between these problems is important for researchers to be consistent, as well as for proper identification and treatment. We suggest future researchers use “eating problems” when behaviors involve preoccupation with food, eating, or body image, and “feeding problems” when this preoccupation is absent. We highlight the importance of understanding whether feeding or eating problems are separate from autism traits, and the role of caregivers and other adults in the child’s treatment. Considerations for health-care providers to assist with diagnosis and treatment are also provided.

scholarly journals Binge eating disorder, anxiety, depression and body image in grade III obesity patients

2002 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 165-169 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Isabel R Matos ◽  
Luciana S Aranha ◽  
Alessandra N Faria ◽  
Sandra R G Ferreira ◽  
Josué Bacaltchuck ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Eating Disorder ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Binge Eating ◽  
Binge Eating Disorder ◽  
High Frequency ◽  
Body Image Disturbances ◽  
Severely Obese ◽  
Anxiety Depression ◽  
Grade Iii

INTRODUCTION: The objective of this study was to assess the frequency of Binge Eating Disorder (BED) or Binge Eating episodes (BINGE), anxiety, depression and body image disturbances in severely obese patients seeking treatment for obesity. METHOD: We assessed 50 patients (10M and 40F) with Body Mass Index (BMI) between 40 and 81.7 Kg/m² (mean 52.2±9.2 Kg/m²) and aging from 18 to 56 years (mean 38.5±9.7). Used instruments: Questionnaire on Eating and Weight Patterns <FONT FACE=Symbol>¾</FONT> Revised (QEWP-R) for BED or BINGE assessment, Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) for depressive symptoms, State - Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI-TRAIT and STAI-STATE) for anxiety and Body Shape Questionnaire (BSQ) for body image assessments. RESULTS: In this population BED and BINGE frequencies were 36% and 54%, respectively. Symptoms of depression were detected in 100% while severe symptomatology was found in 84% of the cases. The frequency of anxiety as a trait was 70%, as a state, 54% and 76% of all patients reported discomfort regarding body image. The frequency of BED was higher in patients with higher anxiety scores as a personality trait (>40) but not as a state (46% vs. 13%; p<0,05). A high frequency of BINGE was found in those with higher scores (>140) in the BSQ assessment. CONCLUSION: Our results indicate a high frequency of binge eating episodes, severe depressive symptoms, anxiety and concern with body image in grade III obesity patients.

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