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School Obesity Programs May Promote Worrisome Eating Behaviors and Physical Activity in Kids
January 24, 2012 — A new report examines the possible association between school-based childhood obesity prevention programs and an increase in eating disorders among young children and adolescents. In a new poll, 30% ... > full story -
Experts Urge BMI Method for Calculating Weight in Kids With Eating Disorders
January 4, 2012 — Researchers compared three common methods for calculating expected body weight of adolescents with eating disorders and found that the body mass index percentile method is recommended for clinical ... > full story -
Decades-Old Treatment Guidelines for Anorexia Challenged
December 9, 2011 — Adolescents hospitalized with anorexia nervosa who receive treatment based on current recommendations for refeeding fail to gain significant weight during their first week in the hospital, according ... > full story -
Nutrition Research
Diet and Weight Loss
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Child Psychology
Nutrition
New Approach to Management of Overeating in Children
December 7, 2011 — Overeating, whether in children or adults, often takes place even in the absence of hunger, resulting in weight gain and obesity. Current methods to treat such overeating in youth focus on therapies ... > full story -
Eating Disorders
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Research Examines College Students' Knowledge About Eating Disorders
October 31, 2011 — They're the prime demographic for developing eating disorders, yet new research suggests that it could be difficult for college students to notice the warning signs of disordered ... > full story -
Do Deficits in Brain Cannabinoids Contribute to Eating Disorders?
October 31, 2011 — A new report suggests that deficits in endocannabinoid function may contribute to anorexia nervosa and bulimia. Endocannabinoids are substances made by the brain that affect brain function and ... > full story -
Study Shows Why Underrepresented Men Should Be Included in Binge Eating Research
October 26, 2011 — Binge eating is a disorder which affects both men and women, yet men remain underrepresented in research. A new study has found that the medical impact of the disorder is just as damaging to men as ... > full story -
Atypical Antipsychotics Appear to Be Effective for Only Few Off-Label Uses, Study Suggests
September 27, 2011 — A review of previous studies suggests that even though atypical antipsychotic medications are commonly used for off-label conditions such as behavioral symptoms of dementia, anxiety, and ... > full storyMore: -
Research Into Eating Disorders and Fertility Reveals Mixed Picture
August 2, 2011 — Eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia are associated with fertility problems and negative attitudes to pregnancy, according to a new study. The research also revealed high rates of unplanned ... > full story -
Children's Health
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School Obesity-Prevention Curriculum Can Reduce Medical Costs
August 1, 2011 — Teaching middle-school children about nutrition and exercise and encouraging them to watch less TV can save the health care system a substantial amount of money, suggests a new economic ... > full story
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