Research
Adherence
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.
GoodSupportsHIGH confidence
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
cross_sectional · n=5738Cited 199×
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