“Overeating increased”> 70% Concerns over worsening eating disorders Impacts of refraining from going out, etc. June 8 6:52
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There is concern that the symptoms of patients with eating disorders may worsen due to factors such as refraining from going out. An online discussion with more than 200 people including patients was held on the 7th, and the survey result reported that more than 70% of the cases of overeating increased.
Eating disorders caused by repeated overeating and anorexia are likely to cause anxiety and stress, increase the amount of time spent at home, and aggravate the symptoms when food is nearby.
The online event was held by the Japan Eating Disorders Association, and the results of a survey conducted by approximately 300 persons with eating disorders from April to May were reported.
According to this, 73% said that "overeating increased" and 57% that "increased vomiting or use of laxatives". In addition, there were noticeable cases of complaints about physical and mental disorders such as "insomnia" and "depressed mood".
In the discussion, "I couldn't eat out as I expected, and I became terrible at eating and refusing to eat." I felt that it was important”.
Mr. Fumi Nishizono, a director of the Japan Eating Disorders Association and a professor at the School of Psychology, Meiji Gakuin University, said, ``Although people with eating disorders continue to have a difficult situation, there are people who have the same worries like today's event. Please share your thoughts and worries little by little and move forward. If you have any problems, please do not hesitate to consult an expert."