Cross-ethnic differences in eating disorder symptoms and related distress

Article Abstract:

A U.S. college-based eating disorders screening program was investigated to determine the extent to which ethnic differences influenced the frequency of eating disorder symptoms and related problems. Results identified ethnic diversity in symptom prevalence and related distress and a clinician acceptance of this diversity could increase culturally competent care for eating disorders.

Multiculturalism

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Interpretation and use of weight information in the evaluation of eating disorders: Counselor response to weight information in a national eating disorders educational and screening program

Article Abstract:

The appropriate use of weight data in making recommendations for further care in the first National Eating Disorders Screening Program (NEDSP) is investigated. The need for specific training to the clinicians to manage patients with eating disorders is emphasized.

Methods, Medical screening, Health screening

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Disclosure patterns of eating and weight concerns to clinicians, educational professionals, family, and peers

Article Abstract:

The disclosure of eating and weight concerns to professionals, peers, and family is investigated. These data suggest that individuals with disordered eating may be quite amenable to disclosing symptoms in the clinical setting.

Psychological aspects, Mentally ill persons, Mentally ill, Disclosure of information

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