Abstract
Abstract
Purpose
This study examined economic costs associated with untreated eating disorders (EDs) characterised by regular binge eating in the absence of low weight. Both direct and indirect costs were assessed, reporting a limited societal perspective of economic impact as some costs were not included.
Methods
One hundred and twenty six adults seeking treatment for recurrent binge eating were asked to report impairment associated with an ED. Costs were calculated using 2017 prices, including an examination of variables associated with costs.
Results
Estimated societal costs for the year preceding assessment were £3268.47 (€3758.54) per person. In multivariate analyses, no reliable baseline associates of cost were identified.
Conclusion
The economic burden of EDs characterised by regular binge eating is significant, and underscores the need for efficacious and cost-effective treatments. Individuals with binge-eating disorders report work impairment and healthcare use that may cost the United Kingdom economy upwards of £3.5 billion (€4bn) per annum. Further studies should consider academic impairment and the economic impact of EDs on families.
Level of evidence
III: evidence obtained from well-designed cohort or case–control analytic studies.
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Psychiatry and Mental health,Clinical Psychology
Cited by
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1. References;The American Psychiatric Association Practice Guideline for the Treatment of Patients With Eating Disorders;2023-02-01