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The Centre for Research in Eating/Weight Disorders (CREW) at @kingsioppn.bsky.social aims to find the causes and consequences of eating disorders, and develop new and better treatments. bit.ly/crewkcl

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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 14/08/2025
**NEW STUDY IN SOUTH LONDON FOR ADULTS WITH ANOREXIA NERVOSA AND CO-OCCURRING DEPRESSION IS NOW RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS** The EDEN study explores the feasibility of using ketamine in people with AN and depression www.isrctn.com/ISRCTN26462355. Contact the EDEN study team: eden@kcl.ac.uk
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
We’re proud to share that Dr Başak İnce Çağlar @basakince.bsky.social‬ has been awarded a Launchpad Grant in Eating Disorders Research from the Medical Research Foundation 🎉 ‪@medresfdn.bsky.social‬
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Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience @kingsioppn.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
Eating disorders typically develop during adolescence or emerging adulthood — where people are vulnerable to loneliness. @medresfdn.bsky.social has funded @basakince.bsky.social to inform the development of assessment and treatment approaches www.medicalresearchfoundation.org.uk/projects/lon...
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Loneliness and eating disorders: Exploring measurement approaches,…
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
A recent study investigated how emerging adults with anorexia experienced support from family and friends. Findings highlighted the interplay between the development and recovery from anorexia and the process of becoming independent during emerging adulthood. Read the paper here: t.co/79nmdn0zqe
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https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40337-025-01260-8#Tab1
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
People with eating disorders (ED) often struggle with anxiety, which can worsen symptoms and hinder recovery. This review found mixed evidence for medications treating anxiety in EDs, but more research is needed. Read the full review here: t.co/G7ExPAJo6B
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
Have your say on early intervention for eating disorders! Click the link below for more information: eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com?url=https%3A...
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
🧠Autistic people with EDs face unique barriers to care. This paper explores how the #PEACEPathway—a tailored, autism-informed ED approach—improves engagement. 8 key domains emerged, leading to a practical self-assessment checklist for services. www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/17...
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
🧬🔬 New study finds significantly lower leptin levels in people with anorexia nervosa vs. recovered individuals and healthy controls—highlighting leptin as a potential state biomarker. IGF-1 may also play a role, but more research is needed. www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/17...
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
🧠New twin study finds links between depression and eating behaviours — especially emotional and restrained eating. Genetic and environmental factors partly explain this connection, with antidepressants also playing a role. www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
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Lifetime history of depression and eating behaviours: a co-twin control study of the TwinsUK registry
The extent to which depression impacts eating behaviours, and the mechanisms underpinning their relationship are unclear. We aim to investigate the re…
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EDIFY research @edifyresearch.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
For day 5 of #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek, we're sharing work from EDIFY WS 5! We have reached 50% of our recruitment target for the RaISE trial of non-invasive neuromodulation for anorexia 🧠 We are still recruiting! To find out more, contact amelia.1.hemmings@kcl.ac.uk
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EDIFY research @edifyresearch.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
For day 4 of #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek, we're sharing work from EDIFY Workstreams 3/4! These Workstreams are focused on understanding how young people recover from their eating disorder and how their eating disorder changes over time. As such, we are recruiting for STORY.
A study poster with bright colours and shapes, with two people exchanging books in the bottom right corner.

The text reads:
"We want to hear your STORY! Join the STORY study!

Are you... between 16-25 years, and have an eating disorder, or have no eating disorder or major mental health diagnoses?

The STORY study is a one-year long study to explore the diverse experiences of young people with eating disorders and how they recover from them.

Interested? Contact us under: STORY@kcl.ac.uk"
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EDIFY research @edifyresearch.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
You can find out more about the study by watching our recruitment video or visit the EDIFY website: tinyurl.com/WeWantToHear... youtu.be/gRyVHnKYw4Y?...
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The STORY study: Participant information and recruitment
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EDIFY research @edifyresearch.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
Additionally, if you are interested in learning more about the scientific side of STORY, you can read our published protocol paper using the link here: tinyurl.com/STORYProtoco...
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Characterising illness stages and recovery trajectories of eating disorders in young people via remote measurement technology (STORY): a multi-centre prospective cohort study protocol - BMC Psychiatry
Background Eating disorders (EDs) are serious, often chronic, conditions associated with pronounced morbidity, mortality, and dysfunction increasingly affecting young people worldwide. Illness progres...
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EDIFY research @edifyresearch.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
For day 3 of #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek, we’re sharing work from EDIFY Workstream 2!
This visual abstract describes key findings of a recent study conducted by researchers of the EDIFY team on the relationship between sleep and disordered eating. As part of this graphic, it is outlined that about one in four young people experience sleep problems. Furthermore, the graphic states that sleep and disordered eating can be linked through a variety of factors including disturbed mood. Based on information provided by more than 6,000 young people in the UK, we investigated if sleep and disordered eating are associated across time. Within our study, we found that sleep (as assessed at age 14) did not predict disordered eating at age 17. However, we found that disordered eating (as assessed at age 14) did predict poorer sleep quality at age 17 through depressive symptoms. We conclude that more research is needed to explore the relationship between sleep and different forms of disordered eating.
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EDIFY research @edifyresearch.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
For day 3 of #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek, we’re sharing work from EDIFY Workstream 2! This workstream uses large cohort data to explore the interplay of risk and protective factors for eating disorders, including unique and shared pathways in different groups.
An infographic featuring four boxes arranged in a grid layout. Each box contains distinct text:

Box 1: In workstream 2, we use cohort data to explore potential risk factors for eating disorders.

Box 2: Currently, we are looking at the topic of childhood food insecurity and links with disordered eating in adolescence.

Box 3: We know that eating disorders occur across the socio-economic spectrum, but we know less about the impacts of growing up in food insecurity.

Box 4: Using cohort data means we get a bigger picture of the population, not just people who typically participate in research.
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EDIFY research @edifyresearch.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
For day 2 of #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek, we’re sharing an update on EDIFY Workstream 1 from the University of Nottingham. @tamsinparnell.bsky.social
A digital poster from EDIFY and the University of Nottingham. The title reads “Workstream 1 update.” The text explains that researchers are studying how young people with lived experience of eating disorders discuss ED content on TikTok. The study also explores how the platform’s algorithm may create "echo chambers" that expose vulnerable users to more ED content. The poster features illustrations of three young people using smartphones. The University of Nottingham logo is in the top right corner.
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EDIFY research @edifyresearch.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
📣This #edaw2025, we wanted to share a recent animation we made with Woven Ink on food insecurity in people with eating disorders. www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMhU...
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Food Insecurity in Eating Disorders: A Short Animation
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Alykhan Asaria @alykhanasaria.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
Please share this flyer with eating disorder caregivers, to help King’s College London with their vital research on improving access to ED care and the treatments people are offered. @kingsioppn.bsky.social @kingsedresearch.bsky.social @edifyresearch.bsky.social @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social
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Dr Karina Allen @karina-maudsley.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
New publication on help-seeking in eating disorders, with consideration of intersecting marginalised characteristics. Brilliant first PhD publication from Jessica Wilkins! @freedfromed.bsky.social @edifyresearch.bsky.social @kingsedresearch.bsky.social jeatdisord.biomedcentral.com/articles/10....
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
📚Enteral tube nutrition (ETN) is sometimes needed as a part of treatment for anorexia nervosa. This scoping review explores outcomes across ETN phases, from initial nutrition to the transition to oral intake. www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/17...
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Enteral Tube Nutrition in Anorexia Nervosa and Atypical Anorexia Nervosa and Outcomes: A Systematic Scoping Review
Background: Anorexia nervosa and atypical anorexia nervosa require refeeding as a core part of their treatment, and enteral tube nutrition (ETN) may be needed in some individuals either to supplement ...
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
⌛️Early intervention is key for people with eating disorders. We aim to test a the feasibility of a mobile app to encourage help-seeking behaviors and promote early intervention. Read the protocol here: link.springer.com/content/pdf/...
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NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Maudsley @nihrmaudsleybrc.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Drop-in and speak to the Joint R&D Office about any questions related to setting up and running studies in @maudsleynhs.bsky.social 🗓️Next session is Wed 5 Feb, 12:30 - 13:30 📍Seminar Room 5, IoPPN Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/monthly-mi... @kingsioppn.bsky.social
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Monthly mingle: Drop-in lunches with the Joint R&D Office
Monthly drop-in lunches for researchers to discuss any general or study-specific questions with the Joint R&D Office.
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
🧠Autism & ADHD are more common in adults with BN/BED, yet patient experiences & treatment options remain underexplored. More research is needed to improve care & outcomes. Read this recent review here: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1...
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Autism, ADHD, and Their Traits in Adults With Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder: A Scoping Review
Objective This review maps existing literature on the prevalence of autism and ADHD in adult patients with Bulimia Nervosa (BN) and Binge Eating Disorder (BED); patient and stakeholder perspectives ...
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Nora Trompeter @ntrompeter.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
We just published a systematic review on the impact of the out-of-home nutritional labels (i.e., restaurants, cafes) on people with eating disorders. Key points and next steps below 👇 bmjpublichealth.bmj.com/content/3/1/...
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Impact of out-of-home nutrition labelling on people with eating disorders: a systematic review and meta-synthesis
Objectives Mandatory nutrition labels for out-of-home food consumption have been introduced in several countries to curb rising obesity levels. However, concerns have been raised about the potential n...
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King's College London @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
Calorie labels on menus are negatively impacting people with eating disorders. A new study from @kingsnmpc.bsky.social published in the BMJ Public Health found that people with eating disorders changed their behaviours if presented with calorie labels on a menu. www.kcl.ac.uk/news/calorie...
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Calorie labels on menus could make eating disorders worse
Calorie labels on restaurant menus are negatively impacting people with eating disorders, according to a new study.
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
What if we could revolutionize care for Feeding and Eating Disorders (FEDs)? 🌟 Our latest review dives into the strategies for increasing personalization of management. #eatingdisorders #research onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1...
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The current clinical approach to feeding and eating disorders aimed to increase personalization of management
Feeding and eating disorders (FEDs) are a heterogeneous grouping of disorders at the mind-body interface, with typical onset from childhood into emerging adulthood. They occur along a spectrum of dis...
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
🧠A new study, as a part of the @EDIFYresearch project, highlights the relationships between eating behaviours, genetic predispositions and brain maturation over adolescence. See the link below for more! pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...
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Relationships of eating behaviors with psychopathology, brain maturation and genetic risk for obesity in an adolescent cohort study
Unhealthy eating, a risk factor for eating disorders (EDs) and obesity, often coexists with emotional and behavioral problems; however, the underlying neurobiological mechanisms are poorly understood....
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
Congratulations to Professor Kate Tchanturia who has been awarded an MBE in the New Year Honours List. Your dedication and expertise inspire us all. We’re proud to have you on our team! 🎉
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
❄️If you need extra support navigating this time of year with an eating disorder, @freedfromed.bsky.social have a free guide available with advice on social events, preparing for holiday meals, gift giving and receiving, how to access support, & more freedfromed.co.uk/guides/27/free… ❄️
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
🧠Guided self-help and 10-session CBT are effective #earlyintervention treatment modalities for #eatingdisorders in emerging adults. Read the full study here: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1...
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Programme‐Led and Focused Interventions for Recent Onset Binge/Purge Eating Disorders: Use and Outcomes in the First Episode Rapid Early Intervention for Eating Disorders (FREED) Network
Objective We aimed to compare use of, and outcomes from, programme-led and focused interventions (guided self-help and 10 session cognitive behavioral therapy for eating disorders [CBT-T]) relative ...
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
⚠️Eating- and weight- related health issues in the #armedforces are increasing. This literature review 📚presents current research on risk factors, treatments for, and outcomes of #eatingdisorders in the military context. www.mdpi.com/2218-1989/14...
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Eating- and Weight-Related Disorders in the Armed Forces
Background/Objectives: Like in the general population, the prevalences of eating- and weight-related health issues in the armed forces are increasing. Relevant medical conditions include the eating di...
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Jess Griffiths @jessthegriff.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
First post on Bluesky! Hello everyone 👋🏻 Here’s the link to a podcast I recorded with the wonderful Bryony Gordon. We explore her experience and treatment of Binge Eating Disorder. Head over to podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t... to listen to our discussion. 🩵
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Kat Novogrudsky @katnovo.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
Hi Bluesky! Excited to start my journey here. As a first post, I'd like to share a paper I published earlier this year: A novel whole-team training programme for adult eating disorder services in England 🆕🎓 www.cambridge.org/core/service...
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
💡A fascinating paper by @chubini.bsky.social explores the #sensoryexperiences of people in inpatient care for anorexia nervosa using sensory ethnography. 🚨Themes explore experiences of distressing sensory triggers and ambivalence toward treatment in #eatingdisorders www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13...
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The Sensory Landscape and Embodied Experiences in Anorexia Nervosa Treatment: An Inpatient Sensory Ethnography
Background: Anorexia nervosa (AN) is a complex eating disorder that often requires inpatient care, where treatment experiences are influenced by both the illness and the surrounding environment. Senso...
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Priya Tew, Dietitian UK @priyatew.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Bone health is so important to be aware of. This study shows that even if you have “first time” anorexia your bones can be affected. Those with longer term anorexia were 13.4x more likely to have bone fractures than healthy controls. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39572404/
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Bone Fracture History in Women With First Episode or With Persistent Anorexia Nervosa - PubMed
There is an increased risk of bone fracture even in the early stages of AN. This could be related to a time lapse between the initial symptoms of AN and formal diagnosis. This suggests guidelines reco...
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
🚨A recent systematic review investigated bone fracture history in women with first episode or persistent anorexia nervosa (AN) pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39572404/ #anorexianervosa #eatingdisorders #systematicreview
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Bone Fracture History in Women With First Episode or With Persistent Anorexia Nervosa - PubMed
There is an increased risk of bone fracture even in the early stages of AN. This could be related to a time lapse between the initial symptoms of AN and formal diagnosis. This suggests guidelines reco...
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Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders @kingsedresearch.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
🌟 Hello, Bluesky! 🌟 We’re thrilled to start our journey here and can’t wait to connect with this amazing community. Let’s explore new horizons together, spark great conversations, and share exciting ideas. Follow to see our ongoing research on #eatingdisorder causes, consequences, and treatment.
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