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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.
Schneider, Jekaterina; Pegram, Georgina; Gibson, Benjamin; Talamonti, Deborah; Tinoco, Aline; Craddock, Nadia; Matheson, Emily; Forshaw, Mark.
  • Schneider J; Centre for Appearance Research, Department of Health and Social Sciences, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK.
  • Pegram G; Centre for Appearance Research, Department of Health and Social Sciences, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK.
  • Gibson B; School of Psychology, Faculty of Health, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, UK.
  • Talamonti D; Research Centre and Centre EPIC, Montreal Heart Institute, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
  • Tinoco A; Centre for Appearance Research, Department of Health and Social Sciences, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK.
  • Craddock N; Centre for Appearance Research, Department of Health and Social Sciences, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK.
  • Matheson E; Centre for Appearance Research, Department of Health and Social Sciences, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK.
  • Forshaw M; School of Psychology, Faculty of Health, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, UK.
Int J Eat Disord ; 2022 Mar 23.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-2235343
ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVES:

This systematic review assessed the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic and associated restrictions on body image, disordered eating (DE), and eating disorder outcomes.

METHODS:

After registration on PROSPERO, a search was conducted for papers published between December 1, 2019 and August 1, 2021, using the databases PsycINFO, PsycARTICLES, CINAHL Plus, AMED, MEDLINE, ERIC, EMBASE, Wiley, and ProQuest (dissertations and theses).

RESULTS:

Data from 75 qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods studies were synthesized using a convergent integrated approach and presented narratively within four themes (1) disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic; (2) variability in the improvement or exacerbation of symptoms; (3) factors associated with body image and DE outcomes; (4) unique challenges for marginalized and underrepresented groups. Disruptions due to the pandemic included social and functional restrictions. Although most studies reported a worsening of concerns, some participants also reported symptom improvement or no change as a result of the pandemic. Factors associated with worse outcomes included psychological, individual, social, and eating disorder-related variables. Individuals identifying as LGBTQ+ reported unique concerns during COVID-19.

DISCUSSION:

There is large variability in individuals' responses to COVID-19 and limited research exploring the effect of the pandemic on body image, DE, and eating disorder outcomes using longitudinal and experimental study designs. In addition, further research is required to investigate the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on body image and eating concerns among minoritized, racialized, underrepresented, or otherwise marginalized participants. Based on the findings of this review, we make recommendations for individuals, researchers, clinicians, and public health messaging. PUBLIC

SIGNIFICANCE:

This review of 75 studies highlights the widespread negative impacts that the COVID-19 pandemic and associated restrictions have had on body image and disordered eating outcomes. It also identifies considerable variations in both the improvement and exacerbation of said outcomes that individuals, researchers, clinicians, and other public health professionals should be mindful of if we are to ensure that vulnerable people get the tailored support they require.
RESUMEN

OBJETIVOS:

Esta revisión sistemática evaluó la influencia de la pandemia de COVID-19 y las restricciones asociadas en los resultados en imagen corporal, la alimentación disfuncional y los trastornos alimentarios.

MÉTODO:

Después del registro en PROSPERO, se realizó una búsqueda de artículos publicados entre el 1 de diciembre de 2019 y el 1 de agosto de 2021, utilizando las bases de datos PsycINFO, PsycARTICLES, CINAHL Plus, AMED, MEDLINE, ERIC, EMBASE, Wiley y ProQuest (disertaciones y tesis).

RESULTADOS:

Los datos de 75 estudios cualitativos, cuantitativos y de métodos mixtos se sintetizaron utilizando un enfoque integrado convergente y se presentaron narrativamente dentro de cuatro temas (1) interrupciones debidas a la pandemia de COVID-19; (2) variabilidad en la mejoría o exacerbación de los síntomas; (3) factores asociados con resultados de la imagen corporal y alimentarios disfuncional; (4) desafíos únicos para los grupos marginados y subrepresentados. Las interrupciones debidas a la pandemia incluyeron restricciones sociales y funcionales. Aunque la mayoría de los estudios informaron un empeoramiento de las preocupaciones, algunos participantes también informaron una mejoría de los síntomas o ningún cambio como resultado de la pandemia. Los factores asociados con peores resultados incluyeron variables psicológicas, individuales, sociales y relacionadas con el trastorno alimentario. Las personas que se identificaron como LGBTQ + informaron preocupaciones únicas durante COVID-19.

DISCUSIÓN:

Existe una gran variabilidad en las respuestas de los individuos a COVID-19 y una investigación limitada que explora el efecto de la pandemia en los resultados de la imagen corporal, la alimentación disfuncional y los trastornos de la conducta alimentaria utilizando diseños de estudios longitudinales y experimentales. Además, se requiere más investigación para investigar el efecto de la pandemia de COVID-19 en la imagen corporal y las preocupaciones alimentarias entre los participantes minoritarios, racializados, subrepresentados o marginados. Basados en los hallazgos de esta revisión, se hacen recomendaciones para individuos, investigadores, médicos y mensajes de salud pública.
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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Type of study: Experimental Studies / Prognostic study / Qualitative research / Randomized controlled trials / Reviews / Systematic review/Meta Analysis Language: English Year: 2022 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: Eat.23706

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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Type of study: Experimental Studies / Prognostic study / Qualitative research / Randomized controlled trials / Reviews / Systematic review/Meta Analysis Language: English Year: 2022 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: Eat.23706