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Unplanned Pregnancy in Women With Anorexia Nervosa.

Authors :
Bulik, Cynthia M.
Hoffman, Elizabeth R.
Von Holle, Ann
Torgersen, Leila
Stoltenberg, Camilla
Reichborn-Kjennerud, Ted
Source :
Obstetrics & Gynecology. Nov2010, Vol. 116 Issue 5, p1136-1140. 5p. 1 Diagram, 1 Chart.
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

This article discusses a study which compared the frequency with which unplanned pregnancies occur in Norwegian women with anorexia nervosa relative to those without eating disorders. The study population consists of 62,060 women. In the sample, 62 reported anorexia nervosa. Researchers used data from a questionnaire completed by all participating mothers. The key findings and conclusion of the study are discussed.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00297844
Volume :
116
Issue :
5
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
55124382
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/AOG.0b013e3181f7efdc