The purpose of this study was to identify the role attribution style and self-efficacy expectations have in overweight binge and non-binge eaters. Subjects were women (n=210) who enrolled in a weight control treatment. Study participants completed a questionnaire to assess attribution style and self-efficacy expectations. Participants were categorized into three groups: Non-BED, Borderline BED, and BED. The results of the ANOVA analysis indicated that the Borderline and BED groups were significantly similar on all measures of attribution and self-efficacy. Logistic Regression Analysis indicated that the odds of being Borderline BED or BED were greater if an individual possessed internal attributions and more likely, when diminished self-efficacy expectations were present. Individuals with low eating self-efficacy and internal, global, and uncontrollable attributions were more likely to have Borderline BED and BED. Implications of the Borderline BED category are discussed in relationship to the DSM-IV BED diagnosis.
Learning Objectives: The participant will be able to identify three factors that distinguish an overweight binge eater from a overweight non-binge eater The participant will be able to recognize two cognitive factors that may increase the odds of having Binge eating disorder
Keywords: Obesity, Behavioral Research
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I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.