Disordered Eating in Pediatric Obesity.

Children and youth with overweight and obesity are at an increased risk for the development of an eating disorder. Previous research has shown that disordered eating behaviors are prevalent in this population. Screening for disordered eating behaviors in children and youth with overweight and obesity is necessary to determine the course of the treatment. In children and youth with obesity and comorbid disordered eating behaviors, treatment should be multidisciplinary and include psychological, medical, nutrition, and physical activity care.