- The Relationship Between Heart Rate Variability and Interoception in Anorexia Nervosa Spectrum Disorders. [Journal Article]
- CONCLUSIONS: Within Anorexia Nervosa Spectrum Disorders with co-occurring suicidality, alterations in autonomic function are accompanied by differences in interoceptive sensibility at the trait, but not state, level. Both heightened HRV and irregularities in interoceptive sensibility may arise as a consequence of prolonged caloric restriction. Physiological processes distinct from HRV may be responsible for driving momentary fluctuations in interoceptive sensibility in this population. Further research is needed to continue parsing potential differences in physiological processes across specific diagnoses and illness stage.
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- A Little Support Goes a Long Way: A Mixed-Methods Pilot Study of Supported Digital CBTe for Recurrent Binge Eating. [Journal Article]Int J Eat Disord. 2026 Aug 18. [Online ahead of print]IJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Supported Digital CBTe appears feasible, acceptable, and clinically promising for adults with recurrent binge eating. Brief non-specialist audio support may enhance completion. Further research should evaluate clinical and cost-effectiveness.
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- Eating Disorder Diagnostic Crossover: A Meta-Analysis. [Review]Int J Eat Disord. 2026 Aug 17. [Online ahead of print]IJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Diagnostic instability reflects within-AN shifts and OSFED/EDNOS transitions more than between-syndrome crossovers, underscoring the value of repeated specialist, interview-based reassessment.
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- Exploring Perspectives on Ozempic: A Netnographic Qualitative Evaluation of the Pro-Eating Disorder Community on X (Formerly Twitter). [Journal Article]Int J Eat Disord. 2026 Aug 16. [Online ahead of print]IJ
- CONCLUSIONS: The findings demonstrate that Ozempic is actively integrated within pro-ED discourse on X, where discussions often normalize its use for weight loss and express sustained interest in its use. This highlights the need for greater awareness of how these medications are circulated within vulnerable online communities.
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- Feasibility, Acceptability and Outcomes of Group CBT-T: A Naturalistic Mixed-Methods Comparison With Individual CBT-T. [Journal Article]Int J Eat Disord. 2026 Aug 14. [Online ahead of print]IJ
- CONCLUSIONS: CBT-Tg appears feasible and acceptable in real-world outpatient care, with large and sustained improvements in eating disorder psychopathology and potential efficiency advantages relative to individual delivery. Findings support further evaluation in comparative and cost-effectiveness studies.
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- Motivation to Change, Therapeutic Alliance and Outcome-A Complex Interaction in Patients With Anorexia Nervosa. [Journal Article]Int J Eat Disord. 2026 Aug 11. [Online ahead of print]IJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Cross-lagged analyses suggested that motivation preceded subsequent levels of TA, whereas TA did not predict subsequent motivation. Given the exploratory nature of the study, these findings should be considered hypothesis-generating and require replication. Future research using more fine-grained methodologies may help to further elucidate the longitudinal interplay between motivation and TA in patients with AN.
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- Serum Leptin and Thyroid Levels in Hospitalized Patients With Severe Eating Disorders. [Journal Article]Int J Eat Disord. 2026 Aug 11. [Online ahead of print]IJ
- CONCLUSIONS: T4 and RT3 did not demonstrate expected trajectories for severe malnutrition, while T3 and leptin trajectories were proportional to weight gain but incomplete. Additional follow-up through complete weight restoration is needed to fully understand the interrelation of these hormones, and how and when they normalize.
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- How Is Waitlist Duration Associated With Clinical Presentation and Treatment Engagement in Public Eating Disorder Services? A Cohort Study. [Journal Article]Int J Eat Disord. 2026 Aug 07. [Online ahead of print]IJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Regardless of wait time, clients presented with substantial symptom severity and elevated distress at intake. Although longer waits were not associated with outcomes among those who reached intake, prolonged delays in the context of significant clinical need highlight the importance of rapid treatment responsiveness and closer attention to engagement and attrition processes.
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- An Invited Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Comparing Atypical Anorexia Nervosa and Anorexia Nervosa. [Review]Int J Eat Disord. 2026 Aug 05. [Online ahead of print]IJ
- CONCLUSIONS: This updated review confirms and extends findings from the original review, demonstrating that individuals with atypical AN experience substantial psychological distress at levels comparable to those of individuals with AN and similar but less frequent physiological disturbances. These findings continue to support the similarities between atypical AN and AN in clinical and research settings, but underscore the need for specific diagnostic criteria for atypical AN and longitudinal studies to clarify illness course and outcomes.
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- Researchers' Perspectives and Guidelines on the Reporting of Lived Experience Involvement in Eating Disorder Research. [Journal Article]Int J Eat Disord. 2026 Aug 05. [Online ahead of print]IJ
- CONCLUSIONS: These insights informed the development of an approach to recognizing the involvement of PPI in our publishing. Rather than an obligatory statement, IJED encourages use of PPI and disclosures, with inclusion of a description and implications for the interpretation of the research detailed in manuscripts.
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- Socioeconomic Inequities in Eating Disorder-Related Hospital Utilization Costs in Australia: A Population-Based Study Using Linked Health Administrative Data. [Journal Article]Int J Eat Disord. 2026 Aug 03. [Online ahead of print]IJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Overall, findings call for more targeted policy and service delivery reforms to address unmet needs for people with EDs and promote more equitable access to hospital ED care, particularly for socioeconomically disadvantaged populations. Additionally, policymakers should continue to prioritize achievement of equitable access to hospital-based ED care.
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- The Weight of the Number: Perceptions and Practices Surrounding Expected Body Weight Disclosure in Eating Disorder Treatment. [Journal Article]Int J Eat Disord. 2026 Aug 02. [Online ahead of print]IJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Overall, findings suggest that EBW discussions hold promise as individualized therapeutic exposures, but evidence-based guidelines are needed to realize this potential.
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- Intuitive Eating and Affect in Real Time: An Ecological Momentary Assessment Study Comparing Heterosexual and Sexual Minority Women. [Journal Article]Int J Eat Disord. 2026 Jul 31. [Online ahead of print]IJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Affect is temporally linked with some IE behaviors, more often following than preceding them, with subsequent higher positive and lower negative affect potentially reinforcing IE over time. SMW and HW showed largely similar patterns with a few differences, warranting continued investigation into the underlying mechanisms.
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- Evaluating the Feasibility, Acceptability, and Preliminary Effectiveness of Interprofessional Enhanced Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa and Atypical Anorexia Nervosa: A Pilot Study. [Journal Article]Int J Eat Disord. 2026 Jul 30. [Online ahead of print]IJ
- CONCLUSIONS: CBT-IE was feasible, highly acceptable, and showed promising clinical outcomes. A fully powered trial is warranted to evaluate efficacy, cost-effectiveness, and implementation across diverse outpatient settings.
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- Weight Bias Internalization and Thinness-Oriented Body Dissatisfaction Explain the Link Between Experienced Weight Stigma and Thinness-Oriented Disordered Eating: A Four-Wave Longitudinal Study in Chinese Adolescents. [Journal Article]Int J Eat Disord. 2026 Jul 29. [Online ahead of print]IJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Findings indicate the mediating role weight bias internalization has on the prospective relationship between experienced weight stigma and thinness-oriented disordered eating in Chinese adolescents. Reducing weight bias internalization may be advantageous in reducing thinness-oriented eating disorder concerns.
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