systematic_review·pediatrics, psychiatry, nutrition, systematic review, public health·PMC10444681
Efficacy of educational interventions in adolescent population with feeding and eating disorders: a systematic review
Eating and Weight Disorders · 6 authors, 6 centres
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This systematic review evaluated the impact of educational interventions in adolescents with feeding and eating disorders. The central result from ten included studies suggests that educational interventions can improve knowledge and positively affect health outcomes, but the evidence is limited by low methodological quality and heterogeneity.
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This systematic review followed PRISMA guidelines and searched multiple databases to evaluate educational interventions for adolescents with feeding and eating disorders. Ten studies were included, which varied in design and intervention type, including individual and group formats. Outcomes assessed included knowledge, attitudes, anthropometric parameters, and symptom improvement. The authors concluded that educational interventions can improve knowledge and have a positive effect on health outcomes. However, the review highlighted significant limitations: the methodological quality of included studies was generally low, leading to a high risk of bias; study heterogeneity was substantial; and the intensity and compliance of interventions were often poorly reported. The findings suggest education is a valuable component of treatment, but high-quality research, particularly randomized controlled trials, is needed to confirm effectiveness.
