Does mindfulness have potential in eating disorders prevention? A preliminary controlled trial with young adult women

2014 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 234-245 ◽  
Author(s):  
Melissa J. Atkinson ◽  
Tracey D. Wade
Keyword(s):  
Eating Disorders ◽  
Young Adult ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Young Adult Women

Eating Disorders in Adolescent Girls and Young Adult Women With Type 1 Diabetes

2002 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 83-105 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Daneman ◽  
G. Rodin ◽  
J. Jones ◽  
P. Colton ◽  
A. Rydall ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Eating Disorders ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Young Adult ◽  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Young Adult Women

Child and adolescent predictors for eating disorders in a community population of young adult women

2002 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Debra J. Moorhead ◽  
Cecilia K. Stashwick ◽  
Helen Z. Reinherz ◽  
Rose M. Giaconia ◽  
Ruth M. Streigel-Moore ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Eating Disorders ◽  
Young Adult ◽  
Child And Adolescent ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Young Adult Women ◽  
Community Population

Eating Disorders in Black and White Young Adult Women

2002 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruth H. Striegel-Moore ◽  
Faith A. Dohm ◽  
Helena C. Kraemer ◽  
C. Barr Taylor ◽  
Stephen Daniels ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Eating Disorders ◽  
Young Adult ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Young Adult Women ◽  
Black And White

scholarly journals Development and Effects of College-Based Lifestyle Modification Program for Menstrual Health of Young Adult Women with Irregular Menses: A Randomized Controlled Trial

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 233
Author(s):  
Young-Joo Park ◽  
Hyunjeong Shin ◽  
Songi Jeon ◽  
Inhae Cho ◽  
Hyun Ji Park
Keyword(s):  
Young Adult ◽  
Sleep Duration ◽  
Primary Outcome ◽  
Lifestyle Modification ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Young Adult Women ◽  
Free Androgen Index ◽  
Lifestyle Modification Program

Purpose: This study was conducted to develop the ‘College-based Lifestyle Modification Program’ (College-based LMP) for young adult women with irregular menstruation and examine its effects after intervention. Methods: The College-based LMP consisted of small group education, individual physical exercise counseling/training, individual diet counseling, and feedback and support. Participants were comprised of 38 females who reported less than 10 irregular menstruations in a year and were randomly assigned to the experimental and control groups. The primary outcome variables consisted of menstrual cycle index (MCI), sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG), and androgenic profile (testosterone—T, free androgen index—FAI), while the outcome variables included premenstrual symptoms (PMS), menstrual volume, body composition parameters, glycemic parameters (fasting blood sugar—FBS, insulin, HOMA-IR), sleep duration, perceived stress, and nutrient intake.. Results: There were no significant differences in primary outcome variables (MCI, SHBG, T, and FAI). In the variables, there were no significant differences except for the partial domain of PMS (symptoms of depression and anxiety) and sleep duration. Conclusions: The study was significant in that it demonstrated the importance of lifestyle, which could provide ordinary young adult women with healthy menstruation. The College-based LMP needs to be elaborated with further studies.

scholarly journals Online prevention of disordered eating in at-risk young-adult women: a two-country pragmatic randomized controlled trial

2017 ◽  
Vol 48 (12) ◽  
pp. 2034-2044 ◽  
Author(s):  
Simon M. Wilksch ◽  
Anne O'Shea ◽  
C. Barr Taylor ◽  
Denise Wilfley ◽  
Corinna Jacobi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Young Adult ◽  
Disordered Eating ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Young Adult Women ◽  
Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Randomized Controlled

AbstractBackgroundDisordered eating (DE) is a widespread, serious problem. Efficacious prevention programs that can be delivered at-scale are needed.MethodsA pragmatic randomized controlled trial of two online programs was conducted. Participants were young-adult women from Australia and New Zealand seeking to improve their body image. Media Smart-Targeted (MS-T) and Student Bodies (SB) were both 9-module interventions released weekly, whilst control participants received positive body image information. Primary [Eating Disorder Examination–Questionnaire (EDE-Q) Global], secondary (DE risk factors) and tertiary (DE) outcome measures were completed at baseline, post-program, 6- and 12-month follow-up.ResultsBaseline was completed by 608 women (M age = 20.71 years); 33 were excluded leaving 575 randomized to: MS-T (N = 191); SB (N = 190) or control (N = 194). Only 66% of those randomized to MS-T or SB accessed the intervention and were included in analyses with controls; 78% of this sample completed measures subsequent to baseline. Primary intent-to-treat (ITT) analyses revealed no differences between groups, while measure completer analyses found MS-T had significantly lower EDE-Q Global than controls at 12-month follow-up. Secondary ITT analyses found MS-T participants reported significantly higher quality of life–mental relative to both SB and controls (6-month follow-up), while MS-T and controls had lower clinical impairment relative to SB (post-program). Amongst measure completers, MS-T scored significantly lower than controls and SB on 5 variables. Of those with baseline DE, MS-T participants were significantly less likely than controls to have DE at 12-month follow-up.ConclusionsGiven both programs were not therapist-moderated, MS-T has potential to achieve reductions in DE risk at low implementation costs.

scholarly journals “Breaking Down the Wall” Patients` and Families` Experience of Multifamily Therapy for Young Adult Women With Severe Eating Disorders

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Berit Støre Brinchmann ◽  
Sanja Krvavac
Keyword(s):  
Eating Disorders ◽  
Young Adult ◽  
Qualitative Content Analysis ◽  
Family Members ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Young Adult Women ◽  
Individual Interviews ◽  
Psychotherapeutic Approach ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Group Programme

Abstract Background: Eating disorders (EDs) are serious illnesses leading to lowered quality of life for the patients and their family. The Regional Centre for Eating disorders (RESSP) at Nordland Hospital in Bodø, Norway has developed an adjunct psychotherapeutic approach for the treatment of young adult patients with severe EDs. The patient's family members take part in the multifamily therapy (MFT) group programme. Methods: The aim of the study was to explore patients` and families` experience of MFT for young adult women with severe EDs. Data were collected by field observations in two MFT groups, qualitative group interviews and qualitative individual interviews with patients and their family members. The analytical method was qualitative content analysis. Results: Two main categories were identified: ‘Connectedness and recognition’ and ‘Open yourself and share’. MFT was described as a space for recognition within which it was possible to speak of things happening in the family with others with similar difficulties. It felt good and freeing, but also painful, to meet others with similar experiences. The participants shared a considerable loneliness because it is difficult for outsiders to grasp what it is like in a home dominated by an ED. The meeting with other families created an underlying safety. The participants received help to distinguish between realistic and unrealistic concerns and learned about openness and communication in relation to their daughter. Some women with EDs said that MFT was most important for the parents but also had been good for them as things had become better at home.Conclusion: The participants reported that their family had become better at talking to each other after having been in MFT. As a result, they were able to speak more openly about difficult things and share feelings. This gave rise to increased understanding. The study shows that MFT was found to be valuable and important. Never before had these families had such an offer, something so directly tailored to them. MFT for adults can be developed further and used in other groups, such as those concerning other chronic illnesses.

scholarly journals “Breaking down the wall” patients` and families` experience of multifamily therapy for young adult women with severe eating disorders

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Berit Støre Brinchmann ◽  
Sanja Krvavac
Keyword(s):  
Eating Disorders ◽  
Young Adult ◽  
Comparative Method ◽  
Family Members ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Young Adult Women ◽  
Individual Interviews ◽  
Psychotherapeutic Approach ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Group Programme

AbstractBackgroundThis paper addresses patients` and families` experience of multifamily therapy (MFT) for young adults (18–22) with an eating disorder (ED). EDs are serious illnesses leading to lowered quality of life for the patient and their family. The Regional Centre for Eating Disorders (RESSP) at Nordland Hospital in Bodø, Norway has developed an adjunct psychotherapeutic approach for the treatment of young adult patients with severe EDs. The patient’s family members take part in the multifamily therapy (MFT) group programme.MethodsThe aim of the study was to explore patients` and families` experience of MFT for young adult women with severe EDs. A Grounded Theory (GT) approach was used. Data were collected by field observations in two MFT groups, qualitative group interviews and qualitative individual interviews with patients and their family members. Data were analysed using the constant comparative method. The data analysis consisted of open and selective coding and memo writing.ResultsTwo main categories were identified: ‘Connectedness and recognition’ and ‘Opening up and sharing`.MFT was described as a space for recognition within which it was possible to speak of things happening in the family with others with similar difficulties. It felt good and freeing, but also painful, to meet others with similar experiences. The participants had in common a considerable loneliness because it is difficult for outsiders to grasp what it is like in a home dominated by an ED. The meeting with other families created an underlying safety. The participants received help to distinguish between realistic and unrealistic concerns and learned about openness and communication in relation to their daughter. Some women with EDs said that MFT was most important for the parents but also had been good for them as things had become better at home.ConclusionThe participants reported that their family had become better at talking to each other after having been in MFT. As a result, they were able to speak more openly about difficult things and share feelings. This gave rise to increased understanding. The study shows that MFT was found to be valuable and important. Never before had these families had such an opportunity, something so directly tailored to them. MFT for adults can be developed further and used in other groups, such as those concerning other chronic illnesses.

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