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{"title":"Exploring Reciprocal Associations Between Self-Reported Anxiety and Eating Disorder Symptoms Longitudinally: A Bivariate Latent Change Score Approach.","authors":"Erin E Reilly, Tiffany A Brown, Christopher R DeJesus, Walter H Kaye, Christina E Wierenga","doi":"10.1002/eat.24329","DOIUrl":"10.1002/eat.24329","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Consistent data support an association between anxiety and eating disorders (EDs), and theoretical models of EDs suggest that anxiety may be involved in the etiology and maintenance of ED symptoms over time. However, the directionality of relations between these variables remains under-characterized, particularly within treatment settings.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>We used bivariate latent change score models to explore longitudinal associations between anxiety and ED symptoms in a sample of ED patients (N = 548, 93.2% female, Mage = 21.16, 78.8% White, 79.6% Non-Hispanic/Latinx) throughout intensive treatment and at 6- and 12-month follow-up.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Best-fitting models exploring change in each variable independently (i.e., univariate models) suggested that changes in ED and anxiety symptoms decreased over time, but that change was influenced by an individual's symptom severity at the previous timepoint. Models exploring associations between changes in both variables over time (i.e., bivariate latent change score models) suggested the best fit for a model where both anxiety and ED symptoms at one timepoint were associated with later change in the other. Specifically, parameters within these models suggested that higher levels of anxiety were associated with increased subsequent reductions in ED symptoms, whereas elevations in ED symptoms were associated with decreased later reductions in anxiety.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Our findings suggest that anxiety and ED symptoms are intricately related both within and outside of intensive treatment. Future multi-modal research exploring real-time links between anxiety and ED symptoms throughout treatment is critical to extend this work and inform improvements in targeted, mechanistic interventions for this population.</p>","PeriodicalId":51067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Eating Disorders","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-11-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142645039","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Mixed Method Systematic Review Into the Impact of ED Treatment in Autistic People and Those With High Autistic Traits","authors":"Emy Nimbley,&nbsp;Helen Sharpe,&nbsp;Ellen Maloney,&nbsp;Karri Gillespie-Smith,&nbsp;Kate Tchanturia,&nbsp;Fiona Duffy","doi":"10.1002/eat.24311","DOIUrl":"10.1002/eat.24311","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Objective</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Our understanding of the impact of eating disorders (ED) treatment in Autistic people remains elusive. Research has begun to explore ED treatment outcomes and experiences in this population, however current understandings are poorly integrated. The current review therefore sought to explore the impact of ED treatment on Autistic people and those with higher Autistic traits.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Method</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A convergent, segregated approach was used, independently evaluating quantitative then qualitative studies before integrating findings into a coherent narrative synthesis.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Autistic people and people with higher Autistic traits report poorer experiences of treatment and may be at increased risk of inpatient admission and prolonged inpatient treatment, possibly explained by difficulties with treatment timeframes and a lack of autism-informed support. Both groups reported similar improvements in ED symptoms and BMI. Higher rates of psychosocial difficulties pre-and post-treatment were reported in those with higher Autistic traits, and emotion-focused interventions were felt to be particularly relevant to Autistic presentations of EDs. Concerns were reported as to how well aligned group-based programs and cognitive-based interventions are for Autistic individuals and those reporting higher Autistic traits.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Discussion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Future research in diagnosed autism samples is urgently needed to develop a more robust understanding of Autistic outcomes and experiences. Review findings demonstrate the need for increased understanding of ED presentations and the possible need for treatment adaptations, for Autistic people or those with higher Autistic traits.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":51067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Eating Disorders","volume":"58 1","pages":"117-138"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-11-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11784838/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142632102","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Global and Regional Economic Burden of Eating Disorders: A Systematic Review and Critique of Methods","authors":"Moin Ahmed,&nbsp;Md Deen Islam,&nbsp;Phillip Aouad,&nbsp;Jane Miskovic-Wheatley,&nbsp;Stephen Touyz,&nbsp;Sarah Maguire,&nbsp;Michelle Cunich","doi":"10.1002/eat.24302","DOIUrl":"10.1002/eat.24302","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Objective</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This systematic review aims to comprehensively examine up-to-date evidence on the economic burden of eating disorders (EDs), both globally and by region.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methodology</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A comprehensive search within five electronic databases, MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL, PsycINFO, and EconLit, retrieved studies published from August 1, 2013, to June 30, 2024. Cost of illness (COI) studies, burden of disease, and other cost studies that reported costs in monetary values were included, and cost-effectiveness analysis studies were excluded. The quality of COI studies was assessed using Schnitzler's checklist. All cost estimates were converted into 2024 USD purchasing power parity (PPP). The PROSPERO registration number is CRD42022358136.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Findings</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Twenty-six studies were identified for inclusion in this review, with 11 COI studies. The nationwide annual financial cost of EDs is estimated at PPP-USD 70.5 billion. Indirect costs contributed 70%–93% of total financial costs in the reviewed studies. Intangible costs (burden of disease) were estimated to be PPP-USD 355.6 billion. About half of the COI studies met 60% of the elements of Schnitzler's checklist, either completely or partly.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Discussion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The number of COI studies has more than doubled in the last 10 years. Findings can inform healthcare administrators/policymakers to understand the magnitude of this burden when setting healthcare priorities and allocating resources to maximize social welfare. However, there are variations in the methods (thus quality) and perspectives used to assess this economic burden. Findings suggest that there is potential for enhancing the methodological rigor of future research.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":51067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Eating Disorders","volume":"58 1","pages":"91-116"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-11-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11784850/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142632136","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"From Silos to Synergy: A Scoping Review of Team Approaches to Outpatient Eating Disorder Treatment","authors":"Megan Bray,&nbsp;Gabriella Heruc,&nbsp;Olivia R. L. Wright","doi":"10.1002/eat.24328","DOIUrl":"10.1002/eat.24328","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Objective</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This scoping review synthesizes the available evidence on team outpatient eating disorder treatment, focusing on team composition, reported health and service outcomes, and reported principles of Interprofessional Collaborative Practice (IPCP), a synergistic healthcare approach characterized by shared values and ethics, clear roles, communication, and teamwork.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Method</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A comprehensive search was conducted across five databases, targeting studies published between January 2004 and August 2024 that discussed team–based outpatient eating disorder treatment. Peer-reviewed and gray literature were included if they detailed team composition, characteristics, dynamics, experiences, processes, or outcomes.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Forty-five studies met the inclusion criteria; nearly half were case reports or lacked primary data. Treatment teams commonly comprised mental health professionals, dietitians, and medical practitioners. Clinical outcomes, such as body mass index and psychopathology, were the most frequently reported, while satisfaction and organizational outcomes were underrepresented. IPCP principles were inconsistently reported, with “Roles/Responsibilities” and “Communication” most frequently mentioned but often superficially addressed.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Discussion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The evidence base for team outpatient eating disorder treatment lacks rigor and depth. Future research should focus on refining the integration of roles across disciplines, developing comprehensive outcome measures for benchmarking, and applying IPCP principles more systematically.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":51067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Eating Disorders","volume":"58 1","pages":"139-161"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-11-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/eat.24328","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142632127","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Elevating the Field of Eating Disorders Through Scholarship and Thoughtfulness: Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Michael Strober","authors":"Cynthia M. Bulik,&nbsp;Wesley R. Barnhart,&nbsp;Jamie Feusner,&nbsp;Rachael E. Flatt,&nbsp;Melissa A. Munn-Chernoff,&nbsp;Shelby N. Ortiz,&nbsp;Emily M. Pisetsky,&nbsp;Rachel Presskreischer,&nbsp;Laura M. Thornton,&nbsp;Zeynep Yilmaz","doi":"10.1002/eat.24327","DOIUrl":"10.1002/eat.24327","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This Virtual Issue of the International Journal of Eating Disorders honors the legacy of the late Dr. Michael Strober in the eating disorders and child psychiatry fields. Having served as Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Eating Disorders from 1983 to 2012, Dr. Strober elevated the quality of science conducted in the eating disorders field. His frank feedback and encouraging words inspired many junior researchers to sharpen their work and to think deeply about their results. An incisive thinker, eloquent writer, and gifted clinician, Dr. Strober was a role model for psychologists in clinical leadership positions and demonstrated that it is indeed possible to be a highly effective all-rounder. In this issue, we present an annotated selection of Dr. Strober's publications in the journal over the past decades to illustrate the evolution of his thinking and the seeds of what have become major directions in the field, including fear conditioning and genetics. By presenting this collection of his work, we encourage all investigators to read broadly and deeply and to identify and acknowledge those incisive scholars who have built the foundation upon which our work today stands.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":51067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Eating Disorders","volume":"58 1","pages":"40-45"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-11-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/eat.24327","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142632118","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Role for the Microbiota-Gut-Brain Axis in Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder: A New Conceptual Model","authors":"Elizabeth Schneider,&nbsp;Ricarda Schmidt,&nbsp;John F. Cryan,&nbsp;Anja Hilbert","doi":"10.1002/eat.24326","DOIUrl":"10.1002/eat.24326","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Objective</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is an eating disorder characterized by a severely restrictive diet leading to significant physical and/or psychosocial sequelae. Largely owing to the phenotypic heterogeneity, the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms are relatively unknown. Recently, the communication between microorganisms within the gastrointestinal tract and the brain—the so-called microbiota-gut-brain axis—has been implicated in the pathophysiology of eating disorders. This Spotlight review sought to investigate and conceptualize the possible ways that the microbiota-gut-brain axis is involved in ARFID to drive future research in this area.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Method</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>By relating core symptoms of ARFID to gut microbiota and its signaling pathways to the brain, we evaluated how the gut microbiota is potentially involved in the pathophysiology of ARFID.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>We hypothesized that the restricted type and amount of food intake characteristic of ARFID diminishes gut microbial diversity, including beneficial bacteria and their metabolites capable of signaling to the brain, to modulate biopsychological pathways relevant to ARFID: homeostatic signaling, food reward, interoception, sensory sensitivity, disgust, perseveration, fear-based learning, and mood. Candidate signaling mechanisms include microbial-induced effects on inflammation, cortisol, and neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Discussion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Through reviewing the extant evidence, we conceptualized a new theoretical framework of ARFID with an emphasis on microbiota-gut-brain axis signaling to inform future research. Although more research is necessary to evaluate this theoretical model, the tentative evidence suggests that therapeutics specifically targeting the gut microbiota for the treatment of ARFID symptomatology warrants more investigation.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":51067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Eating Disorders","volume":"57 12","pages":"2321-2328"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-11-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11629072/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142632105","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Investigating the Presence of Autistic Traits and Prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms in Anorexia Nervosa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis","authors":"Ipek Inal-Kaleli,&nbsp;Nurhak Dogan,&nbsp;Sezen Kose,&nbsp;Emre Bora","doi":"10.1002/eat.24307","DOIUrl":"10.1002/eat.24307","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Objective</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The present meta-analysis aims to assess whether individuals with anorexia nervosa (AN) demonstrate elevated autistic traits, to explore potential associations between autistic traits and eating disorder symptoms; as well as to estimate the prevalence of a positive screen for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) assessed via Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS), in AN.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Method</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A systematic literature search was conducted in PsycINFO, MEDLINE, and Web of Science in August 2023 and later updated in April 2024 to identify relevant studies. Twenty-two studies with 1172 AN patients and 2747 healthy controls (HCs) met the inclusion criteria.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>There was a significant difference between AN and HC groups in autistic traits (<i>g</i> = 0.88, CI = 0.65–1.12), and a significant but modest correlation was found between autistic traits and severity of eating disorder symptoms (<i>r</i> = 0.28, CI = 0.11–0.44). Proportion meta-analysis indicated that 29% (CI = 0.19–0.38) of children and adults scored above the cut-off for ASD.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Discussion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The current findings suggest that AN frequently overlaps with both autistic traits and autistic symptomatology. Therefore, it is essential to evaluate autism and autistic traits in individuals with AN to tailor individualized treatment plans.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":51067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Eating Disorders","volume":"58 1","pages":"66-90"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-11-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11784827/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142632138","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Engagement in Intermittent Fasting is Prospectively Associated With Higher Body Mass Index, Higher Eating Disorder Psychopathology, and Lower Intuitive Eating in Chinese Adults","authors":"Jinbo He,&nbsp;Xi Chen,&nbsp;Tianxiang Cui,&nbsp;Yueyang Xiao,&nbsp;Wesley R. Barnhart,&nbsp;Yitong Wang,&nbsp;Shouhe Yi,&nbsp;Jason M. Nagata","doi":"10.1002/eat.24322","DOIUrl":"10.1002/eat.24322","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Objective</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This study examined cross-sectional and longitudinal associations of intermittent fasting (IF) engagement with body mass index (BMI), both thinness-oriented and muscularity-oriented eating disorder (ED) psychopathology, eating-related psychosocial impairment, and intuitive eating.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Method</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Using a longitudinal design, 491 Chinese adults (<i>M</i>\u0000 _age = 30.33 years, SD = 7.89) provided data regarding BMI, IF status, and eating variables at baseline (T1) and 8-month (T2) follow-up. One-way ANOVA was used to explore cross-sectional associations between IF engagement at T1 and study variables (i.e., BMI and eating variables) at T1. Cross-lagged regression analyses were used to examine the longitudinal associations between IF engagement at T1 and study variables at T2, after adjusting for covariates and study variables at T1.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Cross-sectionally, compared with participants who never engaged in IF at T1, those with current or past engagement in IF at T1 exhibited significantly higher BMI, ED psychopathology, eating-related psychosocial impairment, and lower intuitive eating at T1. Longitudinally, relative to never engagement in IF at T1, both current and past engagement in IF at T1 were associated with higher ED psychopathology and greater eating-related psychosocial impairment at T2. Also, relative to never engagement in IF at T1, past engagement in IF at T1 was associated with higher BMI at T2 and lower unconditional permission to eat as a facet of intuitive eating at T2.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Discussion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The findings challenge the perception of IF as an effective approach for weight loss and also suggest IF might have enduring adverse impacts on eating behaviors, similar to traditional forms of dieting.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":51067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Eating Disorders","volume":"58 1","pages":"225-237"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-11-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142632121","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Predictors of Treatment Outcome in Persons With Anorexia Nervosa: On the Practice of Regressing Body Mass Index at the End of Treatment on Body Mass Index at Baseline","authors":"Adrian Meule,&nbsp;David R. Kolar,&nbsp;Ulrich Voderholzer","doi":"10.1002/eat.24324","DOIUrl":"10.1002/eat.24324","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Objective</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>It is often stated that a higher body mass index (BMI) at the beginning of treatment predicts a better weight outcome at the end of treatment in persons with anorexia nervosa (AN). However, this interpretation is based on the between-persons relationship of BMI at the two measurements, which primarily reflects the fact that the rank-ordering of persons according to their BMI is quite stable over time. In contrast, a lower BMI at baseline is related to a larger BMI change, which primarily reflects the fact that the variance of BMI at the end of treatment is larger than that at baseline. This study aimed to demonstrate these relationships empirically and caution against interpreting BMI at baseline as a predictor of BMI at discharge or BMI change.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Method</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Changes of BMI from admission to discharge were analyzed based on 4863 persons with AN (97% female) who received inpatient treatment between 2015 and 2024.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>BMI at admission was positively related to BMI at discharge (<i>r</i> = 0.55) but negatively related to BMI change from admission to discharge (<i>r</i> = −0.39).</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Discussion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>While it is true that a higher BMI at baseline is associated with a higher BMI at the end of treatment, a lower BMI at baseline is actually related to a larger weight gain during treatment. Yet, concluding that the treatment is more effective for patients with low or high BMI at baseline would be incorrect in either case, as the independent and dependent variables are the same variables measured at different time points.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":51067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Eating Disorders","volume":"58 1","pages":"254-258"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-11-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11784824/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142632072","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Issue Information: Editorial Board & Table of Contents","authors":"","doi":"10.1002/eat.24325","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/eat.24325","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":51067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Eating Disorders","volume":"57 11","pages":"2141-2142"},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-11-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/eat.24325","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142641912","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}