Stigmatization and knowledge of anorexia nervosa

Varnado-Sullivan, Paula J.; Parker, Christina C.; Rohner, Ashley

doi:10.1007/s40519-019-00655-2

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“…Negative beliefs shared by the general public engendered negative emotions (anger and fear) toward people with EDs and avoidant behaviors (e.g., withholding assistance with work or housing opportunities) [ 18 ]. Since then, some experimental studies have specifically investigated the content of ED stigma, showing the existence of negative beliefs, e.g., responsible for their condition [ 25 , 26 ], negative attitudes [ 27 , 28 , 29 ], and social distance toward people with EDs [ 25 , 30 , 31 , 32 ].…”

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Stigmatization toward People with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder: A Scoping Review

Brelet¹,

Flaudias

Désert

et al. 2021

Nutrients

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Research about stigmatization in eating disorders (EDs) has highlighted stereotypes, prejudices, and discrimination against people with EDs, as well as their harmful effects on them, including self-stigma and a difficult recovery process. Whereas a recent review focused on the consequences of ED stigma, our work aimed to provide a broader synthesis of ED stigma, including its consequences, but also its content and distribution. More precisely, we focused on three EDs—namely, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder. Based on a systematic search of four major databases in psychology, the present scoping review includes 46 studies published between 2004 and 2021. We did not conduct any quality assessment of the studies included, because our aim was to provide a wide-ranging overview of these topics instead of an appraisal of evidence answering a precise research question. The review confirmed the existence of a common ED stigma: all individuals affected by EDs reviewed here were perceived as responsible for their situation, and elicited negative emotions and social distance. However, our review also depicted a specific stigma content associated with each ED. In addition, the demographic characteristics of the stigmatizing individuals had a notable influence on the extent of ED stigma: men, young adults, and low-income individuals appeared to be the most stigmatizing toward individuals with EDs. It is important to note that ED stigma had a negative effect on individuals’ eating disorders, psychological wellbeing, and treatment-seeking behavior. There is an urgent need for further research on the adverse effects of ED stigma and its prevention.

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Stigmatization toward People with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder: A Scoping Review

Brelet¹,

Flaudias

Désert

et al. 2021

Nutrients

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“…Of the studies that have examined treatment seeking, the focus has been on demographic characteristics. Specifically, among females with anorexia or bulimia, those with higher parental education and income, amount of knowledge of the disease, and nonpurging behaviors are more likely to have sought treatment (Forrest et al, 2017; Varnado‐Sullivan, Parker, & Rohner, 2020). In order to effectively support women struggling with anorexia, it is essential to have an in‐depth understanding of what drives individuals into treatment in order to inform prevention and treatment programs.…”

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“…The majority of studies on EDs tend to lump the different types together instead of recognizing the unique etiology of the various disorders that may play a role in treatment seeking. That is, anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating are different and may have different influences on treatment seeking (Varnado‐Sullivan et al, 2020). Thus, this study focuses on individuals with anorexia and treatment‐seeking behavior.…”

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Understanding Treatment‐Seeking Behavior among Female Survivors of Eating Disorders

Tipton

Terrell

Becnel

2021

Family & Consum Sci Res J

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Using the health belief model (HBM), this study used a retrospective qualitative survey to learn about female survivors’ treatment‐seeking behaviors for eating disorders (EDs). Fourteen women were recruited, and survey responses were coded based on the HBM to identify factors participants say led them to treatment. Themes included anxiety, depression, and obsession for perceived severity; coping/control for perceived benefits; social dysfunction for perceived barriers; lonely/numb, self‐harm, medical staff, parents/family, and school staff, for cue to action; and happiness/peace/appreciation and medical health for self‐efficacy. Individuals working with youth, including family and consumer science professionals, could identify warning signs and promote mental health.

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“…Thus, society started to contemplate an attractive model for women, in which overweight became something related to sadness and frustration, while thinness and "good shape" promise happiness and self-satisfaction. Paradoxically, the pressure to reach the body proposed as perfect rooted in Western culture is accompanied by an increase in cases of eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia [3], in addition to the psychological suffering resulting from social stigmas that discriminate against the body that does not fit in the measures extolled by the media [4].…”

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Body Perception and Anorexic Behavior in Medical School Students: A Cross-Sectional Observational Study

Pagano

Araújo

et al. 2021

MedNEXT J Med Health Sci

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Introduction: The concept of body image is defined as the subjective image about the forms and characteristics of the body itself, which integrates physical, mental, and emotional levels about this perception. Excessive concern with weight and body shape and the divinization of exaggerated thinness can lead to eating disorders, which are characterized as psychiatric diseases defined by changes in eating behavior, which mainly affects women, being a source of physical and psychological damage. One of the most common disorders is anorexia nervosa (AN). Objective: To analyze the body perception and anorexic behavior of students at a medical school in the interior of São Paulo. Methods: This is an observational, qualitative study to assess the body perception and anorexic behavior of university students at a medical school in the city of Catanduva-SP. The sample consisted of 141 students. To assess the perception of body image, the Kakeshita silhouette scale, and a visual analog scale were used. For the evaluation of the subjective component of the body image, a virtual questionnaire was applied by Google Forms on the evaluated components. The assessment of nutritional status considered the classification of the body mass index and the EAT-26 test. For statistical analysis, the Wilcoxon non-parametric test was used. Results: The students had an average age of 21.34 years ± 2.2 and an average height of 1.64 meters. The average of the real Body Mass Index (BMI) was 22.08 Kg/m², the perception of BMI was 26.40 Kg/m² and the desired BMI was 22.93 Kg/m², the last two being different statistically from the first. As for EAT-26, 73 students obtained a score greater than or equal to 21, which is considered a risky behavior for the development of AN. Conclusion: Most students have an altered perception of their body image since the perception of BMI is higher than the real BMI. In addition, it was noted, from the positive EAT-26, the existence of a high-risk behavior index for anorexia nervosa in the women in the sample. Thus, it is necessary to investigate the causes of the divergence between reality and looking at oneself in order to prevent such changes from becoming eating disorders.

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Stigmatization and knowledge of anorexia nervosa

Cited by 5 publications

References 26 publications

Stigmatization toward People with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder: A Scoping Review

Stigmatization toward People with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder: A Scoping Review

Understanding Treatment‐Seeking Behavior among Female Survivors of Eating Disorders

Body Perception and Anorexic Behavior in Medical School Students: A Cross-Sectional Observational Study

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