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Childhood Eating and Feeding Disturbances.

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Eating and feeding disturbances are prevalent yet understudied health conditions in youth. They are characterized by aberrant eating behaviors, cognitive and emotional dysfunctions, and dysregulated body weight. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Fifth Edition defines several feeding and eating disorders with a common onset in youth; however, data on their clinical validity at young ages are lacking. Further non-normative eating behaviors exist, but their clinical relevance needs elucidation. This Special Issue compiles state-of-the-art reviews and empirical research on the presentation, development, course, and maintenance of diverse eating and feeding disturbances as a prerequisite for delineating evidence-based interventions for treatment and prevention.

Year of Publication
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2020
Journal
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Nutrients
Volume
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12
Issue
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4
Date Published
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2020
URL
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https://www.mdpi.com/resolver?pii=nu12040972
DOI
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10.3390/nu12040972
Short Title
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Nutrients
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