Longitudinal Weight Gain and Related Risk Behaviors during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Adults in the US

Nutrients, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 13(2), P. 671 - 671

Published: Feb. 19, 2021

Cross-sectional analyses have shown increased obesogenic behaviors and a potential for weight gain during COVID-19 related peak-lockdown (March-May 2020), but longitudinal data are lacking. This study assessed changes in body lifestyle the US adults pandemic.We used Qualtrics survey to collect self-reported on weight, dietary, physical activity, psychological variables (n = 727) (April/May) at post-lockdown (September/October). Peak-lockdown were categorized based magnitude of gained, maintained, or lost, behavioral differences examined between categories two time points.Body (+0.62 kg; p < 0.05) period. The mass index also (26.38 ± 5.98 kg/m2 vs. 26.12 5.81 kg/m2; 0.01) period Close 40% participants reported gaining either 1-4 lbs >5 peak-lockdown, while 18.2% lost weight. Weight-gainers engaged riskier dietary such as frequent ultra-processed food intake (p snacking 0.001), less active, high stress craving control peak-lockdown. Of those lbs, 33% continued after lockdown eased, 28% maintain higher In weight-gainers, takeout meal frequency increased, stress, low persist eased.We show that periods disrupted management among many Americans associated health effects likely persist.

Language: Английский

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A systematic scoping review of research on COVID‐19 impacts on eating disorders: A critical appraisal of the evidence and recommendations for the field

International Journal of Eating Disorders, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 55(1), P. 3 - 38

Published: Nov. 13, 2021

Research investigating the effects of COVID-19 on eating disorders is growing rapidly. A comprehensive evaluation this literature needed to identify key findings and evidence gaps better inform policy decisions related management during after crisis. We conducted a systematic scoping review synthesizing appraising literature.Empirical research impacts disorder severity, prevalence, demand for treatment was searched. No sample restrictions were applied. Findings (n = 70 studies) synthesized across six themes: (a) suspected cases COVID-19; (b) perceived pandemic symptoms; (c) symptom severity pre versus pandemic; (d) pandemic-related correlates severity; (e) carers/parents; (f) experiences COVID-19.Pandemic rates probable disorders, deterioration, general mental health varied substantially. Symptom escalation worsening during-and due to-the commonly reported, those most susceptible included confirmed cases, at-risk populations (young women, athletes, parent/carers), individuals highly anxious or fearful COVID-19. Evidence emerged increased specialist services pandemic. The forced transition online challenging many, yet telehealth alternatives seemed feasible effective.Evidence mostly limited participant self-report retrospective recall, cross-sectional descriptive studies, samples convenience. Several novel pathways future that aim understand, monitor, support negatively affected by are formulated.La investigación que se hace sobre los efectos de en trastornos la conducta alimentaria está creciendo rápidamente. Se necesita una evaluación exhaustiva esta literatura para identificar hallazgos clave y evidenciar las brechas informar mejor decisiones políticas públicas relacionadas con el manejo durante después realizó revisión sistemática del alcance sintetizó valoró literatura. MÉTODO: buscó empírica impactos gravedad, prevalencia demanda tratamiento alimentaria. aplicaron restricciones muestra. Los estudios) sintetizaron seis temas: (1) casos sospechosos (2) impacto percibido síntomas; (3) gravedad síntomas antes pandemia; (4) correlatos relacionados pandemia (5) cuidadores/padres; (6) experiencias COVID-19.El tasas probables alimentaria, deterioro salud variaron sustancialmente. La escala empeoramiento debido fueron reportados comúnmente, más susceptibles incluyeron confirmados poblaciones riesgo (mujeres jóvenes, atletas, padres / cuidadores) e individuos altos niveles ansiedad o miedo Surgió alguna evidencia mayor servicios especializados pandemia. transición forzada al línea fue un desafío muchos, sin embargo, alternativas telesalud parecían factibles efectivas. Conclusiones. limita principalmente autoinforme participantes recuerdo retrospectivo, estudios transversales descriptivos, muestras conveniencia. formulan varias vías novedosas futuras investigaciones tienen como objetivo comprender, monitorear apoyar aquellos afectados negativamente por

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Psychological impact of the quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic on the general European adult population: a systematic review of the evidence

Epidemiology and Psychiatric Sciences, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 31

Published: Jan. 1, 2022

Abstract Aims Due to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) different countries implemented quarantine measures limit spread of virus. Many studies analysed mental health consequences restrictive confinement, some which focused their attention on specific populations. The general public's also requires significant attention, however. This study aimed evaluate effects COVID-19 population's in European countries. Risk and protective factors associated with psychological symptoms were analysed. Methods A systematic search was conducted four electronic databases (PubMed, PsycINFO, Scopus Google Scholar). Studies published up until 20th April 2021, following eligibility criteria selected for this review. One thousand three hundred thirty-five (1335) screened, 105 included. Via network analysis, current investigated pathways that underlie possible risk outcomes. Results Anxiety, depression, distress post-traumatic are frequently experienced during often changes sleeping eating habits. Some socio-demographic COVID-19-related variables found be an individual's wellbeing. In particular, being female, young, having a low income, unemployed COVID-19-like or chronic disorders, most common symptoms. Conclusions pandemic represented unprecedented threat globally. order prevent morbidity offer support tailored short-, medium- long-term negative outcomes, it is essential identify direct indirect psychosocial lockdown measures, especially certain vulnerable groups. addition reduce curve viral transmission, policy makers should urgently take into consideration provisions alleviate hazards health.

Language: Английский

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A systematic review of weight stigma and disordered eating cognitions and behaviors

Body Image, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 48, P. 101678 - 101678

Published: Jan. 25, 2024

Weight stigma is persistent across contexts and associated with disordered eating cognitions behaviors. This systematic review aimed to examine the existing literature that has explored relationship between weight We specifically examined three dimensions of – experienced, anticipated, internalized adopted an inclusive conceptualization outcomes related (including constructs such as binge eating, body dissatisfaction, other behaviors dietary restraint, unhealthy control behaviors, drive for thinness). searched PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, Web Science, Sociological Abstracts, PsycINFO English-language, peer-reviewed articles dissertations quantitative methodology published through October 2023. The search resulted in 242 meeting inclusion criteria. A narrative found a consistent greater more Methodological theoretical limitations are discussed, critical avenues future research potential clinical implications stemming from this research. Given widespread nature impact on it imperative we intervene address at all levels, structural intrapersonal.

Language: Английский

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The Influence of Personality, Resilience, and Alexithymia on Mental Health During COVID-19 Pandemic

Frontiers in Psychology, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 12

Published: Feb. 24, 2021

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, many countries worldwide have put lockdowns in place to prevent virus from spreading. Evidence shows that lockdown measures can affect mental health; it is, therefore, important identify psychological characteristics making individuals more vulnerable. The present study aimed, first, identify, through a cluster analysis, attributes characterize with similar responses home confinement; second, investigate whether different characteristics, such as personality traits, alexithymia, and resilience, specifically influence anxiety, stress, depression, depending on scope of confinement. We analyzed data 393 participants who completed an online survey their experiences during two phases Italian lockdown, characterized by or less strict Two clusters were identified which included reporting better (+ER) worse (−ER) emotional response respectively. Individuals −ER group showed lower stability, higher alexithymia. Moreover, even if lifting part restrictions decreased distress among all participants, reduction perceived stress was observed only high resilience. Finally, resilience differently affected stress. Our results suggest interventions should be planned context: health professionals focus enhancing individuals’ coping strategies alleviate emergencies, while long-term intervention aiming at alleviating anxiety depressive symptoms alexithymic tendencies constructs.

Language: Английский

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Eating Habits during the COVID-19 Lockdown in Italy: The Nutritional and Lifestyle Side Effects of the Pandemic

Nutrients, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 13(7), P. 2279 - 2279

Published: June 30, 2021

To limit the spread of coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, a nationwide lockdown started in Italy March 2020. In this unpredictable situation, cross-sectional study using an online questionnaire was carried out by Observatory on Food Surplus, Recovery and Waste CREA Nutrition Centre. The aim work to evaluate how Italian habits changed during period, determinants changes, effect food waste prevention. sample 2678 respondents, 62% showed low Adherence Mediterranean Diet (AMD). During many participants improved quality their diet, increasing consumption fruit (24.4%), vegetables (28.5%), legumes (22.1%), nuts (12%), fish or shellfish (14%). Unfavorable changes were observed with excessive sweets pastries (36.9%) comfort foods (22.7%), lack physical activity (37.2%). main novelty examination dietary identified cluster analysis. Respondents generally high AMD eating habits, while respondents remained unchanged. addition, nearly 80% sensitive waste. provides useful contribution debate nutritional recommendations case further lockdown.

Language: Английский

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Obesity and Eating Disorders in Children and Adolescents: The Bidirectional Link

Nutrients, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 13(12), P. 4321 - 4321

Published: Nov. 29, 2021

Obesity, eating disorders and unhealthy dieting practices among children adolescents are alarming health concerns due to their high prevalence adverse effects on physical psychosocial health. We present the evidence that obesity can be managed or prevented using same interventions in pediatric age. In presence of age, disordered behaviors highly prevalent, increasing risk developing disorders. The most frequently observed subjects with bulimia nervosa binge-eating disorders, both which characterized by abnormal weight-control behaviors. Various mechanisms overlying interaction including environmental individual ones, different approaches reduce consequences. Evidence-based treatments for childhood include as first line weight loss nutritional management lifestyle modification via behavioral psychotherapy, well treatment psychiatric comorbidities if those not a consequence disorder. Drugs bariatric surgery need used extreme cases. Future research is necessary early detection factors prevention, more precise elucidation underpin these problems and, finally, cases requiring therapeutic intervention, provide tailored timely treatment. Collective efforts between fields crucial reducing disparity improving public

Language: Английский

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A mixed‐studies systematic review of the experiences of body image, disordered eating, and eating disorders during the COVID‐19 pandemic

International Journal of Eating Disorders, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 56(1), P. 26 - 67

Published: March 23, 2022

Abstract Objectives This systematic review assessed the influence of COVID‐19 pandemic and associated restrictions on body image, disordered eating (DE), disorder outcomes. Methods After registration PROSPERO, a search was conducted for papers published between December 1, 2019 August 2021, using databases PsycINFO, PsycARTICLES, CINAHL Plus, AMED, MEDLINE, ERIC, EMBASE, Wiley, ProQuest (dissertations theses). Results Data from 75 qualitative, quantitative, mixed‐methods studies were synthesized convergent integrated approach presented narratively within four themes: (1) disruptions due to pandemic; (2) variability in improvement or exacerbation symptoms; (3) factors with image DE outcomes; (4) unique challenges marginalized underrepresented groups. Disruptions included social functional restrictions. Although most reported worsening concerns, some participants also symptom no change as result pandemic. Factors worse outcomes psychological, individual, social, disorder‐related variables. Individuals identifying LGBTQ+ concerns during COVID‐19. Discussion There is large individuals' responses limited research exploring effect DE, longitudinal experimental study designs. In addition, further required investigate among minoritized, racialized, underrepresented, otherwise participants. Based findings this review, we make recommendations individuals, researchers, clinicians, public health messaging. Public Significance highlights widespread negative impacts that have had It identifies considerable variations both said other professionals should be mindful if are ensure vulnerable people get tailored support they require.

Language: Английский

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Has the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown worsened eating disorders symptoms among patients with eating disorders? A systematic review

Journal of Public Health, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 30(11), P. 2743 - 2752

Published: March 29, 2022

Abstract Objective During the coronavirus pandemic lockdowns, general medical complications have received most attention, and few studies examined association between COVID-19 lockdown eating disorders (ED). This study aimed to investigate impact of lockdowns on ED symptoms severity summarize factors associated with that led changes in disorders. Method PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Library databases were searched for measuring symptoms. Results A total 132 retrieved, after abstract screening removal duplicates, 21 papers full-text screened, 11 eligible identified. Factors symptomatic deterioration patients during included disruption lifestyle routine, social isolation, reduced access usual support networks, limited or no healthcare mental care services, anxiety. Discussion Overall, worsening triggering environment can lead increased anxiety depression symptoms, change dietary habits, eventually result disorder

Language: Английский

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Relationship between Mental Health and Emotional Eating during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review

Nutrients, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 14(19), P. 3989 - 3989

Published: Sept. 26, 2022

Obesity is one of the most dangerous epidemics 21st century. In 2019, COVID-19 pandemic began and caused many deaths among patients with obesity without complications. Simultaneously, lockdown related to a host emotional problems including anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances. Many people cope their emotions by increasing food (emotional eating) alcohol consumption in combination decreased physical activity, promoted development overweight obesity. Emotional eating, also known as stress defined propensity eat response positive negative not need. It should be noted that eating may first step binge disorder its extreme subtypes such addiction. Interestingly some post-bariatric surgery patients, an increased frequency addictive disorders has been observed, for example addiction replaced called: “cross addiction” or “addiction transfer”. This data indicates treated psychosomatic disease, which external factors causing formation play significant role. Currently, these pandemic. manuscript discusses relationships between well potential implications viral on pandemic, need change approach treatment future.

Language: Английский

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