Digital media and eating disorders: future directions for impactful research

Petya Eckler, Andrea Tonner, Julie Cameron, Anke Kleim, Stephanie McAlinden, Halilna Rifay, Charles Munro, Charlotte Oakley, Sara Preston, Sarah Riley

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Abstract

How can digital media use affect eating disorder (ED) prevention, treatment and recovery? We conducted a systematic mapping of the current gaps in knowledge related to digital media use and EDs. 13 academics, clinicians, and non-profit staff participated in a national workshop. In two parallel focus groups, they discussed experiences of gaps in knowledge about digital media/mobile devices and EDs.
Original languageEnglish
Publication statusPublished - 31 Oct 2018
Event7th European Communication Conference : Centres and Peripheries: Communication, Research, Translation - Lugano, Switzerland
Duration: 31 Oct 20183 Nov 2018
https://www.ecrea2018lugano.eu/

Conference

Conference7th European Communication Conference
Abbreviated titleECREA 2018
Country/TerritorySwitzerland
CityLugano
Period31/10/183/11/18
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Keywords

  • digital media
  • eating disorders
  • marketing

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