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Jul, 2024;26 (7): 340-350.

Eating Disorders in Sexual and Gender Minority Adolescents.

Jason M Nagata, Elena Stuart, Jacqueline O Hur, Smriti Panchal, Patrick Low, Anita V Chaphekar, Kyle T Ganson, Jason M Lavender
Author Information
  1. Jason M Nagata: Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of California, San Francisco, 550 16th Street, 4th Floor, Box 0503, San Francisco, 94143, CA, USA. jason.nagata@ucsf.edu.
  2. Elena Stuart: Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of California, San Francisco, 550 16th Street, 4th Floor, Box 0503, San Francisco, 94143, CA, USA.
  3. Jacqueline O Hur: Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of California, San Francisco, 550 16th Street, 4th Floor, Box 0503, San Francisco, 94143, CA, USA.
  4. Smriti Panchal: Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of California, San Francisco, 550 16th Street, 4th Floor, Box 0503, San Francisco, 94143, CA, USA.
  5. Patrick Low: Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of California, San Francisco, 550 16th Street, 4th Floor, Box 0503, San Francisco, 94143, CA, USA.
  6. Anita V Chaphekar: Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of California, San Francisco, 550 16th Street, 4th Floor, Box 0503, San Francisco, 94143, CA, USA.
  7. Kyle T Ganson: Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada.
  8. Jason M Lavender: Military Cardiovascular Outcomes Research Program (MiCOR), Department of Medicine, Uniformed Services University, Bethesda, MD, USA.
PMID: 38829456 DOI: 10.1007/s11920-024-01508-1

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.

Keywords

Bisexual Eating disorders Gay LGBT LGBTQ+ Lesbian Transgender

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Grants

  1. T32 GM007546/NIGMS NIH HHS
  2. T32GM07546/NIH HHS
  3. K08HL1549350/NIH HHS

MeSH Term

Humans
Feeding and Eating Disorders
Sexual and Gender Minorities
Adolescent
Male
Female
Journal Article Review
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