The Relationship Between SNS Usage and Disordered Eating Behaviors: A Meta-Analysis

Social Networking Sites (SNSs) are common tools with which modern people share their lives and establish social relationships. However, some studies have found SNSs to be associated with eating disorders, although other have identified no connection between the two. To explore the interaction between SNSs and eating disorder behaviors, this study aimed to comprehensively synthesize previous studies using meta-analysis methods. Based on selection criteria, there were 87 effect sizes from 22 studies. After analysis using a three-level random-effects meta-analysis model, a positive correlation between the use of SNSs and irregular eating behaviors was found, r = 0.09 (95% CI: 0.06, 0.11; p < 0.001). In addition, by analyzing potential moderators, body mass index (r = −0.032; 95% CI: −0.058, −0.006; p = 0.019), survey methods, and sample sources was discovered could alter the relationship between SNSs and disordered eating behaviors. Specifically, there was a significantly larger association between SNSs results obtained by paper and pencil surveys and disordered eating behaviors (r = 0.114; 95% CI: 0.081, 0.147; p < 0.001) than that between SNSs results obtained by online surveys and disordered eating behaviors (r = −0.055; 95% CI: −0.102, −0.007; p < 0.01). University students showed a larger correlation between SNSs and disordered eating behavior than other samples (r = 0.089; 95% CI: 0.049, 0.129; p < 0.001). Overall, this meta-analysis confirms that the excessive use of SNSs is associated with an increased risks of disordered eating behaviors. It is hoped that this study can provide a reference for the management and intervention of dietary behaviors related to social networks in the future.

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The Effects of Peer Influence on Disordered Eating Behavior

The Journal of School Nursing ◽

10.1177/10598405080240010601 ◽

2008 ◽

Vol 24 (1) ◽

pp. 36-42 ◽

Cited By ~ 16

Author(s):

Tiffany A. Meyer ◽

Julie Gast

Keyword(s):

Disordered Eating ◽

Peer Influence ◽

Eating Behaviors ◽

School Nurses ◽

Eating Disorder Inventory ◽

Disordered Eating Behaviors ◽

8Th Grade ◽

Disordered Eating Behavior ◽

Males And Females ◽

The Relationship

Peer influence has been found to be correlated with a host of harmful health behaviors. However, little research has been conducted investigating the relationship between peer influence and disordered eating. The present study surveyed 6th-, 7th-, and 8th-grade girls and boys using the Eating Disorder Inventory (EDI) and Inventory of Peer Influence (I-PIEC). This study found a significant positive correlation between peer influence and disordered eating. Multiple regression analyses revealed that peer influence was equally present in both males and females. There were no significant differences between males and females and EDI or I-PIEC scores. The likeability construct of peer influence was the most significant predictor of disordered eating in this study. School nurses are in a unique position to educate both male and female students about the dangers of disordered eating behaviors as well as identify students who may be at risk for these behaviors.

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The relationship between emotional intelligence and eating disorders or disordered eating behaviors: A meta-analysis

Personality and Individual Differences ◽

10.1016/j.paid.2021.111239 ◽

2022 ◽

Vol 185 ◽

pp. 111239

Author(s):

Juan Zhang ◽

Yihui Wang ◽

Chenggang Wu ◽

Jinbo He

Keyword(s):

Eating Disorders ◽

Emotional Intelligence ◽

Disordered Eating ◽

Eating Behaviors ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Disordered Eating Behaviors ◽

The Relationship

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Impact of weight stigma on preadolescents' and adolescents' disordered eating behaviors: Testing two mediation models

Social Behavior and Personality An International Journal ◽

10.2224/sbp.9392 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 48 (10) ◽

pp. 1-15

Author(s):

Hao Chen ◽

Yiduo Ye ◽

Jichang Guo

Keyword(s):

Disordered Eating ◽

Eating Behaviors ◽

Weight Bias ◽

Weight Stigma ◽

Disordered Eating Behaviors ◽

Self Evaluation ◽

Weight Bias Internalization ◽

Core Self ◽

The Relationship ◽

Mediation Models

We investigated potential mechanisms that may explain the relationship between weight stigma and disordered eating behaviors, using 2 mediation models. In the first model we hypothesized that the relationship between weight stigma and disordered eating behaviors would be mediated by weight bias internalization, and jointly mediated by both weight bias internalization and core self-evaluation. In the alternative model we hypothesized that this relationship would be mediated by core self-evaluation, and jointly mediated by both core selfevaluation and weight bias internalization. Participants were 421 primary and secondary school students (aged 9–14 years) representing various weight categories, who responded to items about their weight stigma, weight bias internalization, core self-evaluation, and disordered eating behaviors. Results show that the 2 mediation models had a good fit to the data. Thus, improving core self-evaluation and reducing weight bias internalization appear to be significant for treating disordered eating behaviors in preadolescents and adolescents.

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Three Mediating Pathways of Anxiety and Security in the Relationship between Coping Style and Disordered Eating Behaviors among Chinese Female College Students

Neural Plasticity ◽

10.1155/2021/7506754 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 2021 ◽

pp. 1-6

Author(s):

Wenyue Han ◽

Zheng Zheng ◽

Ning Zhang

Keyword(s):

College Students ◽

Disordered Eating ◽

Coping Style ◽

Eating Behaviors ◽

Mediating Effect ◽

Female College Students ◽

Disordered Eating Behaviors ◽

Female College ◽

Sense Of Security ◽

The Relationship

Background. According to previous studies, eating disorders and disordered eating behaviors are associated with coping style, anxiety, and sense of security. However, the specific mechanism between them has not been elucidated. The purpose of this study was to explore whether anxiety and sense of security play mediating roles in coping style and disordered eating behaviors among Chinese female college students. Method. Six hundred and ninety-one female college students ( mean age = 19.36 ; SD = 1.06 ) completed the Simple Coping Style Questionnaire, the Eating Disorder Inventory, the Security Questionnaire, the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, and a brief demographic survey. The percentage bootstrap method of deviation correction was conducted to determine the mediating effect of anxiety and sense of security on coping style and disordered eating behaviors. Results. Coping style had direct and indirect effects on disordered eating behaviors. Anxiety and sense of security were not only independent mediators in the relationship between coping style and disordered eating behaviors but also chain mediators. Conclusions. The results of the current study provide preliminary evidence that preventive interventions targeting anxiety and sense of security may be feasible for young women who develop disordered eating behaviors due to stress in their lives.

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Disordered Eating Behaviors, Perfectionism And Perseverative Negative Thinking–study In a Clinical Sample

European Psychiatry ◽

10.1016/j.eurpsy.2016.01.1559 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 33 (S1) ◽

pp. S431-S431 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

A.T. Pereira ◽

E. Monteiro ◽

P. Castilho ◽

L. Fonseca ◽

C. Roque ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Disordered Eating ◽

Eating Behaviors ◽

Clinical Sample ◽

Community Sample ◽

Eating Attitudes ◽

Diagnostic Interview ◽

Disordered Eating Behaviors ◽

Mediation Analyses ◽

Competing Interest ◽

The Relationship

IntroductionIn a recent study developed with a community sample, we have found that although PNT mediated the relationship between perfectionist cognitions and bulimic behavior, the effect of perfectionism on other disordered eating dimensions, such as diet, was independent of the PNT levels (Monteiro et al., 2015).ObjectiveTo investigate if PNT mediates the relationship between perfectionism and disordered eating behaviors in a clinical sample.MethodsFifty-two patients with eating disorders/ED (mean age = 22.54 ± 7.637; mean BMI = 20.07 ± 4.192; 14.5% Anorexia Nervosa cases; 7.8% Bulimia Nervosa and 9.0% EDNOS) were assessed with the ED section of the Diagnostic Interview for Genetic Studies and fill in the Portuguese validated versions of Eating Attitudes Test/EAT-25 (to evaluate Bulimic behaviors/BB, Diet and Social pressure to eat), Multidimensional Perfectionism Scales (to evaluate perfectionism composite dimensions Evaluative Concerns/EC and Perfectionistic Strivings/PS) and Perseverative Thinking Questionnaire/PTQ-15 (to evaluate Repetitive Thought/RT, Cognitive interference and unproductiveness/CIU). Only variables significantly correlated with the outcomes (EAT-25_Total and its dimensions) were entered in the regression models. Mediation analyses using Preacher and Hayes bootstrapping methodology were performed.ResultsEC, PS, CIU and RT were significant predictors of EAT_Total. PA, CIU and PR were significant predictors of BB. EC and PS were significant predictors of Diet. CIU partially mediated the relationship between EC and EAT_Total (95% CI = 0.0025–0.3296) and between EC and BB (95% CI = 0.0037–0.1877).ConclusionAlso in a clinical sample, CII, the most pernicious dimension of PNT, mediates the relationship between perfectionism and disordered eating behavior, particularly bulimic behavior; diet is predicted by perfectionism independently of PNT.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

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Disordered Eating Behaviors Are Associated with Gestational Weight Gain in Adolescents

Nutrients ◽

10.3390/nu13093186 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (9) ◽

pp. 3186

Author(s):

Reyna Sámano ◽

Luis Ortiz-Hernández ◽

Hugo Martínez-Rojano ◽

Oralia Nájera-Medina ◽

Gabriela Chico-Barba ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Weight Gain ◽

Birth Weight ◽

Disordered Eating ◽

Gestational Weight Gain ◽

Eating Behaviors ◽

Linear Regression Models ◽

Disordered Eating Behaviors ◽

Gestational Weight ◽

Relationship Of ◽

The Relationship

Disordered eating behaviors (DEBs) and adolescent pregnancy are public health problems. Among adolescents, there is little evidence concerning the relationship of DEB with gestational weight gain (GWG) and the birth weight and length of their offspring. We aimed to determine the association between DEB with GWG and the weight and length of adolescents’ offspring. We conducted a study with 379 participants. To evaluate DEB, we applied a validated scale. We identified three factors from DEB by factorial analysis: restrictive, compensatory, and binge–purge behaviors. The main events were GWG and offspring’s birth weight and length. We performed linear regression models. We found that 50% of adolescents have at least one DEB. Excessive and insufficient GWG were 37 and 34%, respectively. The median GWG was 13 kg; adolescents with restrictive behaviors had higher GWG (13 vs. 12 kg, p = 0.023). After adjusting for pregestational body mass index and other covariables, the restrictive (β = 0.67, p = 0.039), compensatory (β = 0.65, p = 0.044), and binge–purge behaviors (β = 0.54, p = 0.013) were associated with higher GWG. We did not find an association between the birth weight and length of newborns with DEB, and suggest that DEB is associated with GWG but not with the birth weight or length of the offspring.

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Gender as a Moderator for the Relationship Between BAS-Drive and Disordered Eating Behaviors

Sex Roles ◽

10.1007/s11199-011-9994-4 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 65 (3-4) ◽

pp. 189-197 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Heather K. Wadeson ◽

Kathryn H. Gordon ◽

Keith F. Donohue

Keyword(s):

Disordered Eating ◽

Eating Behaviors ◽

Disordered Eating Behaviors ◽

The Relationship

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The impact of COVID-19 on disordered eating behavior: a qualitative analysis of internet users’ response to the global pandemic (Preprint)

10.2196/preprints.26011 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Sara K Nutley ◽

Alyssa M Falise ◽

Rebecca Henderson ◽

Vicky Apostolou ◽

Carol A Mathews ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Disordered Eating ◽

Eating Behavior ◽

Eating Behaviors ◽

Well Being ◽

Discussion Forums ◽

Prevention Measures ◽

Disordered Eating Behaviors ◽

Disordered Eating Behavior ◽

The Impact

BACKGROUND A growing body of evidence suggests a significant association between the COVID-19 pandemic and population mental health. Findings suggest that individuals with a lifetime history of disordered eating behavior may be negatively affected by COVID-19 related anxiety and prevention measures may disrupt daily functioning and limit access to treatment. Nevertheless, data describing the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on disordered eating behaviors are limited and most findings focus on individuals in treatment settings. OBJECTIVE To characterize the experiences of global Reddit users posting in eating disorder (ED)-related discussion forums, describing the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on overall mental health and disordered eating behavior. METHODS Data were collected from popular subreddits acknowledging EDs as their primary discussion topic. Unique discussion posts dated from January 1, 2020 to May 31, 2020 that referenced the COVID-19 pandemic were extracted and evaluated using inductive, thematic data analysis. RESULTS Six primary themes were identified: change in ED symptoms, change in exercise routine, impact of quarantine on daily life, emotional well-being, help-seeking behavior, and associated risks and health outcomes. The majority of users reported that the COVID-19 pandemic and associated public health prevention measures negatively impacted their psychiatric health and contributed to increased disordered eating behaviors. Feelings of isolation, frustration, and anxiety were common. Many individuals used Reddit forums to share personal experiences, seek advice, and offer shared accountability. CONCLUSIONS Reddit discussion forums have provided a therapeutic community for individuals to share experiences and provide support for peers with ED during a period of increased psychiatric distress. Future research is needed to assess the impact of COVID-19 on disordered eating behavior and to evaluate the role of social media discussion forums in mental health treatment, especially during periods of limited treatment access.

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