Imipramine and diet counseling with psychological support in the treatment of obese binge eaters: a randomized, placebo-controlled double-blind study
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Treatment with the tricyclic antidepressant imipramine can prolong weight loss in obese binge eaters even after treatment ceases, according to research among 31 obese binge eaters. In patients receiving regular dietary counseling with psychological support, body weight fell during the treatment phase as known for serotonin agonists. Body weight fell further for at least six months in obese binge eating subjects formerly treated with imipramine, but not in those treated with a placebo. Diet counseling with psychological support is particularly effective when preceded by at least eight weeks of treatment with imipramine.
Publication Name: The International Journal of Eating Disorders
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0276-3478
Year: 1999
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Health-related quality of life among obese persons seeking and not currently seeking treatment
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Studies showing differences in sociodemographic characteristics between obese people who seek treatment and those who do not have been supported by research comparing the health-related quality of life (HRQL) between a group of obese people who sought university-based treatment and a group of obese people who were not attempting to lose weight. Obese people who sought treatment had greater impairment on HRQL compared with obese people who were not seeking treatment. The obese people who sought treatment were more likely to suffer a range of comorbid medical conditions that are connected with obesity.
Publication Name: The International Journal of Eating Disorders
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0276-3478
Year: 2000
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Obstructive sleep apnea in a consecutive series of obese women
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A study of the sleeping habits of 40 women sufferers of eating disorders revealed the high instance of obstructive sleep apnea in obese women. These women had a greater percentage of body fat and higher body mass index in comparison to the nonapnea group of women.
Publication Name: The International Journal of Eating Disorders
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0276-3478
Year: 1995
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