The Influence of Group Dynamics on Eating Disorders

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Keywords

eating disorders, anorexia nervosa, bulimia, binging, binge eating, group dynamics, groupthink, in-groups, out-groups

Abstract

Eating disorders can have a devastating effect on individuals both physically and psychologically. For this reason, it is important to under- stand diverse factors, including group dynamics, that affect the development of eating disorders. I examined the influence of group dynamics on whether eating disorders are viewed as acceptable. Further understanding of social influence may enhance the prevention of eating disorders.

Recommended Citation

(2017) "The Influence of Group Dynamics on Eating Disorders," Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology: Vol. 12: Iss. 1, Article 4.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/intuition/vol12/iss1/4