The spectrum of eating disturbances
International Journal of Eating DisordersPublished 1 November 1995
Catherine M. Shisslak, Marjorie Crago, Linda S. Estes
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It is indicated that the prevalence of partial syndrome eating disorders in nonclinical populations is at least twice that of full syndrome EDs, and that there is a progression in some individuals from less to more severe disturbances in eating behavior.
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These findings suggest the need for careful, scientific evaluation of risk factors for EDs in both children and adults. A longitudinal research program in progress is described which aims to identify the risk factors for EDs.
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