International Journal of Eating Disorders

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Anorexia nervosa linked to some markers of oxidative stress

(HealthDay)—Some markers of oxidative stress are increased in anorexia nervosa (AN), according to a review published in the November issue of the International Journal of Eating Disorders.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Transcranial direct current stimulation beneficial in BED

(HealthDay)—Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is beneficial in binge-eating disorder (BED), with decreased cravings for sweets, savory proteins, and all foods, according to a study published online May 9 in ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

Transcranial magnetic stimulation aids PTSD in eating disorders

(HealthDay)—Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) of the dorsomedial prefrontal cortex (DMPFC) seems to be beneficial for treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in patients with eating disorders, ...

Overweight & Obesity

Binge eating linked to comorbidities in obese adults

(HealthDay)—For obese adults, binge eating disorder (BED) may be associated with specific medical comorbidities, according to a study published online March 16 in the International Journal of Eating Disorders.

Psychology & Psychiatry

Low oxytocin tied to impaired social-emotional function

(HealthDay)—Low oxytocin levels are related to a lack of emotional awareness in women with a history of anorexia nervosa (AN), according to a study published recently in the International Journal of Eating Disorders.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Compulsive exercise test valid for adults with anorexia

(HealthDay)—The Compulsive Exercise Test (CET) is a valid and reliable self-report measure of compulsive exercise for adults with anorexia nervosa (AN), according to a study published online Oct. 3 in the International ...

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