Emergency department (ED) visits and hospital admissions for eating disorders increased during the COVID-19 pandemic in adolescents aged 10–17 years, as did ED visits among young adults and older adults, according to new research published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) https://www.cmaj.ca/lookup/doi/10.1503/cmaj.221318.
Rates of emergency department visits and hospitalizations for eating disorders have increased significantly among adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study.
A new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal reveals a concerning trend: hospitalizations and emergency department visits for eating disorders significantly increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially among adolescents aged 10-17 years. The research, based on data from ICES, a non-profit research institute, compared rates of eating disorder-related hospitalizations and ED visits before and during the pandemic, shedding light on the impact of the health crisis on mental health, particularly in younger age groups.
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