ArticleBMC psychology2020
Diabetes and eating disorders: an exploration of 'Diabulimia'.
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- Psychological research in eating disorders/disordered eating in type 1 diabetes: A systematic review using the NIH stage model for behavioural intervention development.Diabetic medicine : a journal of the British Diabetic Association · 2026Pooled it
- A Review on Diabulimia: Exploring the Intersection of Disordered Eating, Eating Disorders, Insulin Dose Manipulation, and Type 1 Diabetes.Current diabetes reviews · 2026Pooled it
- Association Between Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus and Eating Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism · 2024Pooled it
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- Insulin-Related Disordered Eating Behaviour: A Scoping Review of Evidence.Current diabetes reports · 2026Article
- Intentional Insulin Omission (Diabulimia) in Patients with Insulin-Dependent Diabetes: An Eating Disorder? A Systematic Review.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Review
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- Intrinsic Motivation Moderates the Effect of Family Conflict on Disordered Eating Behaviors in Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes.Journal of clinical psychology in medical settings · 2026Article
- Prevalence and risk factors of disordered eating risk among Yemeni medical students: A national multicenter cross-sectional study.PloS one · 2026Article
- Disordered eating behaviours and their associated factors in adults with type 2 diabetes: A multicentre cross-sectional study.Malaysian family physician : the official journal of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia · 2026Article
- Dietary Interventions for Adults with Type 1 Diabetes: Clinical Outcomes, Guideline Alignment, and Research Gaps-A Scoping Review.Nutrients · 2025Article
- Evaluation of Glycemia Risk Index and Continuous Glucose Monitoring Outcomes Following the Transition to an Advanced Hybrid Closed-Loop System in Type 1 Diabetes.Advances in therapy · 2025Article
- Psychological Impact of Type 1 Diabetes: A Focus on Disordered Eating Behavior in Female Adolescents.Diabetes spectrum : a publication of the American Diabetes Association · 2025Article
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- Unveiling the Therapeutic Potential of the Second-Generation Incretin Analogs Semaglutide and Tirzepatide in Type 1 Diabetes and Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Review
- System Failure in Type 1 Diabetes: What Stakeholders Need to Know to Expedite Therapeutic Options.Diabetes spectrum : a publication of the American Diabetes Association · 2025Article
- Disordered eating behaviors in people with type 1 diabetes mellitus: a scoping review.Revista da Escola de Enfermagem da U S P · 2025Article
- Eating Amidst Concerns: A Qualitative Study on the Experiences of Disordered Eating in Women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus.International journal of women's health · 2025Article
- Unmet needs in the treatment of type 1 diabetes: why is it so difficult to achieve an improvement in metabolic control?Nutrition & diabetes · 2024Review
- The role of diabetes distress in Diabulimia.Journal of eating disorders · 2023Review
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Abstract
background'Diabulimia' is the term given to the deliberate administration of insufficient insulin for the purpose of weight loss. Although Diabulimia can be life-threatening and prevalence rates in diabetes are high, there is a lack of research for how to effectively support people with the condition. This exploratory study aimed to provide much-needed information to healthcare professionals and guide the focus for future research.
methodsForty-five individuals with Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) and a history of insulin misuse completed an online questionnaire. This included an assessment of their eating disorder psychopathology with the Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire (EDE-Q) and 16 open-ended questions exploring their experience of Diabulimia. The responses to the open-ended questions were analysed using thematic analysis.
resultsThe average global EDE-Q score was 3.96 (1.21), which is consistent with eating disorder populations. Common themes identified were concerns about weight, difficulty coping with diabetes, past trauma, and the importance of relationships. Experiences with health professionals were overwhelmingly negative. Most participants had experienced serious medical intervention due to Diabulimia and were fully aware of the consequences of insulin restriction.
conclusionsOverall, individuals believed that a greater awareness of Diabulimia and more training for healthcare professionals is needed. While education on insulin misuse may be a necessary first step in treatment, psychological support is crucial. To deliver effective treatment, clinicians should be aware of the specific issues facing those with Diabulimia. The current study identified themes that clinicians may find useful to consider.
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