Eating disorders and associated risk factors among Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal university preparatory year female students in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Alwosaifer, Aisha M.; Alawadh, Salwa A.; Wahab, Moataza M. Abdel; Boubshait, Leila A.; Almutairi, Bader A.

doi:10.15537/smj.2018.9.23314

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“…CDC, Atlanta, GA, USA), a 29.4% prevalence of eating disorder as reported in a previous Saudi study that used Eating Attitude Test-26 (EAT-26) tool, at a 95% confidence level and margin of error of 4%. [ 6 ] The sample size was increased to 600 to overcome any potential missing values.…”

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“…Limited studies conducted on eating disorders in Saudi Arabia have been focused on female students. [ 6 7 8 ] Moreover, to the best of our knowledge, no prior study has been carried out to assess eating disorders in sport center patrons. One of the main objectives of “The quality of life program,” a major program in Vision 2030 in Saudi Arabia, is to increase public participation in sports and athletic activities.…”

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Prevalence and associated factors of eating disorders in patrons of sport centers in Saudi Arabia

Al-Jumayan

Al-Eid

AlShamlan

et al. 2021

J Fam Community Med

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BACKGROUND: In recent times, mental health problems have been on the increase worldwide. Among these are eating disorders. The current study aim was to assess the prevalence of the symptoms of eating disorders in patrons of sport centers in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, and its association with patrons' sociodemographic, and exercise characteristics, as well as social media use. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 560 sport center clients. The Eating Attitude Test (EAT-26), as well as questions on sociodemographic, exercise, and the use of the social media was collected through self-administered questionnaires. Descriptive statistics, Chi-squared test, and Fischer's exact tests were performed. RESULTS: The prevalence of the symptoms of eating disorders was found to be 36.6% according to the results of the EAT-26. There were no significant differences in the rates of eating disorders between genders. Frequencies of eating disorder symptoms increased with an increase in the body mass index of the participants. In addition, more than half of the participants who were pressured by social media to be slim and perceived that social media influencers motivated them to go to the gym had eating disorders' symptoms. CONCLUSION: The prevalence of eating disorders symptoms was high among the sport center patrons examined. The findings from this study might help family physicians, mental health professionals, and sport medicine specialists wishing to understand this issue in Arab populations. Developing strategies regarding mental health in sport center patrons are suggested. In addition, a screening program is recommended for this population to identify those who need further evaluation and management.

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Prevalence and associated factors of eating disorders in patrons of sport centers in Saudi Arabia

Al-Jumayan

Al-Eid

AlShamlan

et al. 2021

J Fam Community Med

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“…Several studies have investigated the factors associated with BMI in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) [26][27][28][29][30]. These studies emphasize the relationship between BMI and other health outcomes.…”

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“…For example, an increase in BMI increases the risk of metabolic syndrome by more than three times, which is characterized by the relationships between metabolic, biochemical, and physiological factors [26]. In other aspects, an increase in BMI is the direct result of eating disorders that are propelled by varying attitudes, leading to problematic feeding behavior [27]. Diet also plays an important role in affecting BMI [31].…”

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Decomposition of Gender Differences in Body Mass Index in Saudi Arabia using Unconditional Quantile Regression: Analysis of National-Level Survey Data

Al-Hanawi

Chirwa

Kamninga³

2020

IJERPH

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Understanding gender differences in body mass index (BMI) between males and females has been much debated and received considerable attention. This study aims to decompose gender differentials in the BMI of people of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The study decomposed the BMI gender gap into its associated factors across the entire BMI distribution by using counterfactual regression methods. The main method of analysis was newly developed unconditional quantile regression-based decomposition, which applied Blinder–Oaxaca decomposition using data from the Saudi Health Interview Survey. Gender differentials were found in the BMI, with females showing a higher BMI than males. The aggregate decomposition showed that both the covariate effect and the structural effect were significant at the 25th and 50th quantiles. Detailed decomposition indicated that income level and employment status as well as soda consumption and the consumption of red meat were significantly correlated in explaining gender differentials in BMI across various quantiles, but the magnitude varied by quantile. Our study suggests the government should consider introducing programs that specifically target women to help them reduce BMI. These programs could include organizing sporting events at the workplace and at the national level. Furthermore, the effect of soda consumption could be reduced by levying a tax on beverages, which might reduce the demand for soda due to the increased price.

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“…Early detection of eating disorders (EDs) is uncommon in SA. To date, only two studies have been carried out, one in the small city of Hail (Fatima, Fatima, & Anwar, 2018) and the other in a secondary school (Alwosaifer, Alawadh, Wahab, Boubshait, & Almutairi, 2018). There are no available studies among women in general hospitals or among women in mental health (MH) facilities.…”

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A survey of healthcare professionals’ treatment of patients with eating disorders and obesity in Saudi Arabia, and the availability of specialised resources

Alsabbah¹

2020

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Background: In developing countries (DCs) such as Saudi Arabia (SA), previous studies have considered EDs to be rare and related to westernised culture, where a thin physique is idolised. However, the rapid transition in lifestyles in DCs makes it reasonable to hypothesise that ED prevalence may be rising in these countries. Similarly, studies in SA show that obesity levels are increasing. However, studies that include the role of psychology for obesity management or in the assessments for metabolic surgeries (MS) are lacking. These deficiencies urge to measure this phenomenon in SA and develop additional management strategies for these disorders. A survey was designed to evaluate the number of referrals for EDs and obesity, the management and level of availability of ED specialists as reported by health care staff and the use of mental-health services in treating EDs and obesity. Methods: A total of 15 health services in SA were surveyed and a total of 123 survey questionnaires were completed by health professionals. Participants were asked to respond to a written survey that included questions regarding the number of referrals for EDs and obesity and available treatment as well as body mass index criteria for MS and the number of patients referred for these procedures. Results: Findings from this study add to those from a few previous studies revealing that all EDs are equally prevalent in diverse cultures. Additionally, this survey showed that the obesity rate is high, however, there is limited psychological interventions in this regard. Conclusion: The perspective of narrowing the cultural categories to either western or non-western countries when considering the aetiology of EDs without considering other socioeconomic factors needs to be changed. There is a requirement for specialised ED training, a need to identify a conceptual framework to provide evidence-based management and increase the levels of involvement of psychiatric professionals in the management of obesity. Although this study was conducted in one region, the results should be generalisable to other areas and to other non-westernised countries were EDs are considered rare. Key words: Eating disorders, Saudi Arabia, obesity, anorexia, bulimia nervosa, stigma, mental health, body image.

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Eating disorders and associated risk factors among Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal university preparatory year female students in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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Prevalence and associated factors of eating disorders in patrons of sport centers in Saudi Arabia

Prevalence and associated factors of eating disorders in patrons of sport centers in Saudi Arabia

Decomposition of Gender Differences in Body Mass Index in Saudi Arabia using Unconditional Quantile Regression: Analysis of National-Level Survey Data

A survey of healthcare professionals’ treatment of patients with eating disorders and obesity in Saudi Arabia, and the availability of specialised resources

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