Compulsão alimentar na adolescência: prevalência e fatores de risco

Abstract

The purpose of this review was to survey the original studies that analyzed the prevalence and risk factors for binge eating, in different groups and regions of the country. For the research, Medline, Pubmed and Scielo databases were searched for studies carried out between the years 2010 to 2020. The search was carried out considering the descriptors isolated and combined with each other: binge eating disorder, binge eating, nutritional status , eating behavior, body image. Eleven articles were found that met the inclusion criteria, being analyzed regarding the prevalence of binge eating, dissatisfaction with body image and aggravating factors of the disorder. It was observed that the prevalence of binge eating is increasing in children and adolescents, especially in females. It was concluded that women are more likely to develop binge eating because they are more exposed and vulnerable to aesthetic and social factors. Nutritional status, the environment and social networks contribute a lot to body dissatisfaction. However, there is a need for further studies on this topic with therapeutic and nutritional interventions.