Characterizing Medical Complications in Publicly Insured Youth With Eating Disorders

The present study describes the occurrence of eating disorder (ED) –related medical diagnoses in a publicly insured sample of youth with EDs. The study also compares ED medical diagnoses with other psychiatric disorders and identifies high-risk demographic groups. Improved screening practices are needed in public mental health systems where treatment is critical for youth with EDs.
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - Category: Child Development Authors: Tags: Original article Source Type: research