Research conducted at University of California, Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior has provided new information about eating disorders

Fresh data on eating disorders are presented in the report "Are there gender differences in core symptoms, temperament, and short-term prospective outcome in anorexia nervosa." According to a study from the United States, "The objective of this study was to compare symptoms, premorbid personality phenotypes, and short-term outcome between males and females with anorexia nervosa. Symptom and personality ratings were obtained at the time of hospital admission, and outcome was assessed at discharge and again 1 year later. Gender effects were negligible at admission, with the exception of greater weight concern among females."

"Lifetime anxiety disorders and personality...

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