Exploring the Role of Guilt in Eating Disorders: A Pilot Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background/objectives

Eating disorders (EDs) are complex psychopathological conditions involving dysfunctional eating behaviors, excessive body image concerns, and impaired emotional regulation. Among moral emotions, guilt plays a significant role in ED dynamics, influencing both symptomatology and interpersonal relationships. This study examines specific guilt subtypes (normative and altruistic guilt) using a specific psychometric tool.

Methods

Forty-three adults with anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN), or binge eating disorder (BED) were recruited from the Eating Disorder Center of the University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli" or referred by psychotherapists. Diagnoses followed DSM-5 criteria. Participants completed the Moral Orientation Guilt Scale (MOGS), assess

SUBMITTER: Raffone F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11941697 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature