Eating Disorders in Sexual and Gender Minority Adolescents.
Curr Psychiatry Rep
; 26(7): 340-350, 2024 Jul.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-38829456
ABSTRACT
PURPOSE OF REVIEW To consolidate recent literature addressing eating disorders and disordered eating behaviors among sexual and gender minority (SGM) adolescents, including but not limited to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) adolescents. RECENT FINDINGS:
Sexual and gender minority adolescents are at heightened vulnerability to eating disorders and disordered eating behaviors compared to their cisgender and heterosexual peers, potentially due to minority stress, gender norms, objectification, and the influence of the media, peers, and parents. We report findings from recent literature on the epidemiology and prevalence, assessment, mental health comorbidity, quality of life and psychosocial functioning, risk and protective factors, and treatment and interventions for eating disorders in sexual and gender minority adolescents. Addressing eating disorders in sexual and gender minority adolescents requires an integrated approach consisting of screening, tailored treatment, and comprehensive support to address intersectional challenges. Gender-affirming and trauma-informed care approaches may be considered.Key words
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Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Feeding and Eating Disorders
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Sexual and Gender Minorities
Limits:
Adolescent
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Female
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Humans
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Male
Language:
En
Journal:
Curr Psychiatry Rep
Journal subject:
PSIQUIATRIA
Year:
2024
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
United States