In the post-bariatric world, where the battle against severe obesity is won, anxiety and negative body image emerge as sneaky foes, fostering binge eating disorder (BED). Surveying 92 patients, the study unveils the heavyweight champions—depression, anxiety, body image concerns, poor quality of life, and obesity—linked with BED. The knockout punch comes from anxiety and body image issues, predicting BED occurrence two years post-surgery. This research sheds light on the psychological contenders impacting bariatric success.
Journal Article by Caetano N, Costa AJRB and Pinto SL in Obes Surg
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