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Pre-existing eating disorder symptoms (SCOFF score ≥2) are the strongest predictor of both binge eating episodes and dietary restriction during lockdown.
If you have a history of eating disorder symptoms, lockdown stress poses a significantly higher risk for relapse into binge eating or restriction. Prioritize screening and seek targeted psychological interventions or counseling to manage these risks effectively during stressful periods.
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Participants whose scores indicated a probable eating disorder (SCOFF score ≥2) were more likely to report higher severity of binge eating (OR = 2.82, 95% CI [2.48, 3.20], P < 0.001).
Why this rating
Large sample and significant odds ratios, though cross-sectional.
Source
COVID-19 pandemic lockdown and problematic eating behaviors in a student population
Valentin Flaudias et al. · Journal of Behavioral Addictions · 2020
DOI 10.1556/2006.2020.00053
cross_sectional · n=5738Cited 199×
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