Factor analysis of the eating disorder diagnostic scale in individuals with bipolar disorder

Scott Crow, Thomas J. Blom, Leslie Sim, Alfredo B. Cuellar-Barboza, Joanna M. Biernacka, Mark A. Frye, Susan L. McElroy

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Abstract

Purpose: To examine the potential factor structure of the Eating Disorder Diagnostic Scale (EDDS) in a sample of individuals with bipolar disorder. Method: Exploratory common factor analyses were conducted in a sample of 1031 people with bipolar disorder as defined by the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-IV-TR. Results: Approximately 27% of participants had a comorbid eating disorder. Exploratory factor analysis yielded a 3 factor solution (i.e., shape/weight concerns; binge eating behaviors, compensatory behavior). Conclusions: The 3-factor solution of the EDDS in a bipolar disorder sample is consistent with major eating disorder symptom domains. Future research is necessary to replicate these findings in eating disorder samples with diverse comorbid psychopathology.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)30-33
Number of pages4
JournalEating Behaviors
Volume33
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 2019

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Clinical Psychology
  • Psychiatry and Mental health

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