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The aim is to evaluate hospital discharge patterns for eating disorders among adolescents and young adults before and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

March 25, 2026

COVID-19–Related Changes in Volume of Adolescents and Young Adults With Eating Disorders Requiring Hospitalization

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The aim is to evaluate hospital discharge patterns for eating disorders among adolescents and young adults before and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cross-sectional study design
Comparison of hospitalization rates before and after COVID-19
Focus on adolescents and young adults
Increased hospital discharges for eating disorders after COVID-19
Notable demographic changes in affected youths
Patterns indicate heightened mental health crises in the population

Abstract

This cross-sectional study compares patterns of hospital discharges from eating disorder–related admissions among youths before vs after onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Chris Burley

Carly E. Milliren

Jessica Lin

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JAMA Pediatrics

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Harvard University

Boston Children's Hospital

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

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COVID-19–Related Changes in Volume of Adolescents and Young Adults With Eating Disorders Requiring Hospitalization

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