The collateral effects of the COVID-19 pandemic: A gender-specific systematic review of disordered eating behaviour in the general population.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The COVID-19 pandemic initiated public health measures, impacting mental health and exacerbating disordered eating behaviours (DEB). This study aims to fill gaps in understanding DEB in the general population during the pandemic, emphasising gender dynamics and the experiences of gender and/or sexual minority (SGM) individuals.

Method

A systematic literature review followed PRISMA guidelines to investigate DEB during the pandemic, focusing on gender-sensitive analyses and SGM populations. Outcomes from the included studies were synthesised to identify patterns and associations related to DEB, particularly considering gender dynamics and SGM experiences.

Results

Significant gender associations with DEB were observed, with women consistently exhibiting higher

SUBMITTER: Laskowski NM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11786942 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature