OBJECTIVE: Binge-eating disorder is characterized by recurrent episodes of consumption of large amounts of food within a short period of time, without compensatory purging behaviors. This disease is a major public health issue and is associated with numerous comorbidities, encompassing anxiety and depression. The gut microbiota has been proposed to be an important player in the onset or maintenance of eating disorders. Here, we aim to better delineate the potential role of the gut microbiota in...

CONCLUSION: This review highlights how VR, with its specific characteristics, serves as an excellent ally to enhance both assessment and treatment for EDs. Future research should focus on filling existing gaps and delving into aspects not yet explored. One potential development could involve creating guidelines for VR use in EDs.

Reward deficiency syndrome (RDS) is an umbrella term encompassing a wide array of addictive behaviors that affect individuals across diverse spectra of society. Our research group has conducted a plethora of studies investigating the utilization of KB220 and its various iterations for addressing RDS, including: dopamine homeostasis, brain areas associated with dopamine, functional connectivity, qEEG, reductions of cravings, relapse prevention and detoxification, opioid-seeking and attenuation of...

OBJECTIVE: Studies conducted in the US indicate that exposure to trauma, and stigma related to weight are environmental factors associated with the development of disordered eating. Few studies have explored psychosocial and contextual factors surrounding disordered eating in Latin American populations. This study examined everyday discrimination, verbal weight-related abuse, adverse childhood experiences, and disordered eating across individuals seeking versus not seeking weight loss treatment...