Obesity Abstracts

People living with obesity have higher rates of eating disorders, particularly binge eating disorder, which also carries a higher risk of depression and anxiety disorders. The relationship between obesity disordered eating and emotional regulation is an area of research interest, particularly as we know that loss of control over eating leads to weight remission after even the most effective weight loss interventions, such as bariatric surgery. In this plenary we examine the interaction between these factors and consider methods of early detection and evidence based treatments which may improve outcomes in weight management.