2022
The Evolving Needs of Children Hospitalized for Eating Disorders During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Shum M, Moreno C, Kamody R, McCollum S, Shabanova V, Loyal J. The Evolving Needs of Children Hospitalized for Eating Disorders During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Hospital Pediatrics 2022, 12: 696-702. PMID: 35815415, DOI: 10.1542/hpeds.2022-006545.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsHospital admissionHospitalization courseED patientsDisposition planningCharts of patientsPsychotropic medication managementAcademic medical centerQuality of careCOVID-19 pandemicInpatient managementLonger admissionsMost patientsPatient characteristicsMore patientsED managementOutpatient therapyMedication managementMedical CenterPatientsAdmissionPoisson regressionHigh acuityNutritional restorationYounger agePaucity of information
2021
The scale matters: assessing body size with figure rating scales in a diverse sample of young adults
Thurston IB, Decker KM, Kamody RC, Kaufman CC, Maye CE, Richmond TK, Sonneville KR. The scale matters: assessing body size with figure rating scales in a diverse sample of young adults. Eating And Weight Disorders - Studies On Anorexia, Bulimia And Obesity 2021, 27: 263-271. PMID: 33779966, DOI: 10.1007/s40519-021-01166-9.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2020
Disordered Eating Among Trans-Masculine Youth: Considerations Through a Developmental Lens
Kamody RC, Yonkers K, Pluhar EI, Olezeski CL. Disordered Eating Among Trans-Masculine Youth: Considerations Through a Developmental Lens. LGBT Health 2020, 7: 170-173. PMID: 32380892, DOI: 10.1089/lgbt.2019.0354.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchAcceptance-based skill acquisition and cognitive reappraisal in a culturally responsive treatment for binge eating in adolescence
Kamody RC, Thurston IB, Burton ET. Acceptance-based skill acquisition and cognitive reappraisal in a culturally responsive treatment for binge eating in adolescence. Eating Disorders 2020, 28: 184-201. PMID: 32151205, DOI: 10.1080/10640266.2020.1731055.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsBinge-eating disorderDialectical behavior therapyDBT skillsSkill acquisitionSubthreshold binge-eating disorderBinge-eating behaviorCognitive reappraisalCognitive strategiesNegative emotionsEmotional overeatingBehavior therapyGroup interventionRadical acceptancePreventative modelScalable interventionsIntervention acceptabilityResponsive treatmentAdolescentsHigh-risk behaviorsQualitative content analysisQualitative interviewsSkillsInterventionEmotionsPilot trialRadical Acceptance and Obesity-Related Health Conditions: A Case Report
Burton ET, Kamody RC, Pluhar EI, Gray E, Abdullah S. Radical Acceptance and Obesity-Related Health Conditions: A Case Report. Journal Of Clinical Psychology In Medical Settings 2020, 27: 217-225. PMID: 31907745, DOI: 10.1007/s10880-019-09696-2.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsBinge-eating behaviorEmotional distressRadical acceptanceDialectical Behavior Therapy SkillsBehavior therapy skillsNegative affectPsychological interventionsBehavioral ratingsMaladaptive behaviorsTherapy skillsDepressive problemsPsychological symptomsHealth conditionsEarly interventionChronic health conditionsDistressUseful skillsSkillsAfrican American young womenInterventionAffectMedical recommendationsYouthBehaviorAcceptance
2019
Disparities in DSM‐5 defined eating disorders by sexual orientation among U.S. adults
Kamody RC, Grilo CM, Udo T. Disparities in DSM‐5 defined eating disorders by sexual orientation among U.S. adults. International Journal Of Eating Disorders 2019, 53: 278-287. PMID: 31670848, DOI: 10.1002/eat.23193.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2018
Risk and protective factors associated with depressive symptoms in young adults with overweight and obesity
Kaufman CC, Thurston IB, Maclin-Akinyemi C, Hardin RN, Decker KM, Kamody RC. Risk and protective factors associated with depressive symptoms in young adults with overweight and obesity. Journal Of American College Health 2018, 68: 148-154. PMID: 30557089, DOI: 10.1080/07448481.2018.1536057.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsOverweight/obesityDepressive symptomsElevated weightProtective factorsOverweight/obeseContribution of BMIHealth behaviorsExercise engagementSymptomsObesityYoung adultsMutable factorsHierarchical linear regressionOne-thirdBody image variablesPositivityPerson surveyRiskNovel avenuesLow levelsBody dissatisfactionLinear regressionObeseOverweightBMIThe mediating role of internalized weight stigma on weight perception and depression among emerging adults: Exploring moderation by weight and race
Decker KM, Thurston IB, Kamody RC. The mediating role of internalized weight stigma on weight perception and depression among emerging adults: Exploring moderation by weight and race. Body Image 2018, 27: 202-210. PMID: 30384173, DOI: 10.1016/j.bodyim.2018.10.004.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsSelf-perceived weightDepressive symptomsInternalized stigmaWeight stigmaHigher depressive symptomsInternalized weight stigmaLean personsClinical advancesDetrimental roleSymptomsWeight perceptionBlack participantsDepressionStigmaCurrent studyDirect effectAssociationIndirect effectsWeightFuture replicationPresent resultsFindingsPersonsDescription of an intervention to treat binge‐eating behaviors among adolescents: Applying the Template for Intervention Descriptions and Replication
Pluhar EI, Kamody RC, Sanchez J, Thurston IB, Burton E. Description of an intervention to treat binge‐eating behaviors among adolescents: Applying the Template for Intervention Descriptions and Replication. International Journal Of Eating Disorders 2018, 51: 1128-1133. PMID: 30265748, DOI: 10.1002/eat.22954.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsBinge-eating behaviorDialectical behavior therapyBinge-eating disorderAdaptation of DBTEvidence-based treatmentsEmotion dysregulationPsychological outcomesBehavior therapyGroup interventionIntervention DescriptionDBT interventionAdolescentsReplication (TIDieR) checklistInterventionTreatment modalitiesDisordersEthnic minoritiesClinical practiceFuture studiesBehaviorResponsive mannerFurther studiesIntentionPotential modificationsChecklistImplementing a condensed dialectical behavior therapy skills group for binge-eating behaviors in adolescents
Kamody RC, Thurston IB, Pluhar EI, Han JC, Burton ET. Implementing a condensed dialectical behavior therapy skills group for binge-eating behaviors in adolescents. Eating And Weight Disorders - Studies On Anorexia, Bulimia And Obesity 2018, 24: 367-372. PMID: 30242784, DOI: 10.1007/s40519-018-0580-4.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsBinge-eating behaviorDialectical behavior therapyEmotional eatingOvereating behaviorsSkill groupsDialectical Behavior Therapy Skills GroupInterpersonal effectiveness skillsEmotional Eating ScaleBinge-eating disorder symptomsEating Disorder Examination QuestionnaireDBT skills groupDisorder Examination QuestionnairePsychological health challengesEmotion regulationDistress toleranceUncontrolled pilot trialDBT skillsDisorder symptomsEating ScaleBehavior therapyExamination QuestionnaireEvidenceLevel IVCaregiver reportsAcceptability ratingsEarly adulthoodRelating shape/weight based self-esteem, depression, and anxiety with weight and perceived physical health among young adults
Kamody RC, Thurston IB, Decker KM, Kaufman CC, Sonneville KR, Richmond TK. Relating shape/weight based self-esteem, depression, and anxiety with weight and perceived physical health among young adults. Body Image 2018, 25: 168-176. PMID: 29677688, DOI: 10.1016/j.bodyim.2018.04.003.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchResilience as a moderator between syndemics and depression in mothers living with HIV
Thurston IB, Howell KH, Kamody RC, Maclin-Akinyemi C, Mandell J. Resilience as a moderator between syndemics and depression in mothers living with HIV. AIDS Care 2018, 30: 1257-1264. PMID: 29499626, DOI: 10.1080/09540121.2018.1446071.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsDepressive symptomsMental healthLife stressorsHigher depressive symptomsGreater depressive symptomsLower depressive symptomsProblematic mental health outcomesMental health outcomesChild mental healthAIDS/HIVStrengths-based treatmentMaternal adversityKey protective factorHIVCo-occurring adversitiesHealth outcomesEmotional adversitySymptomsSubstance abuseProtective factorsEffect of resilienceRole of resilienceMothersDepressionCommunity agencies
2017
Psychological Flexibility Among Youth with Type 1 Diabetes: Relating Patterns of Acceptance, Adherence, and Stress to Adaptation
Kamody RC, Berlin KS, Rybak TM, Klages KL, Banks GG, Ali JS, Alemzadeh R, Ferry RJ, Thomas A. Psychological Flexibility Among Youth with Type 1 Diabetes: Relating Patterns of Acceptance, Adherence, and Stress to Adaptation. Behavioral Medicine 2017, 44: 271-279. PMID: 28524766, DOI: 10.1080/08964289.2017.1297290.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsHealth-related qualityType 1 diabetesHigher health-related qualityPsychological flexibilityIndividual psychosocial interventionsSelf-Care InventoryDiabetes Stress QuestionnaireLow stress groupGlycemic controlMedical recordsModerate adherencePediatric QualityDiabetes QuestionnaireDiabetes managementAdherence behaviorPsychosocial interventionsType 1Stress groupDiabetes stressHemoglobin AHigh acceptanceDiabetesStress QuestionnaireAdherencePresent study
2016
Cross-sectional and Prospective Examination of Weight Misperception and Depressive Symptoms Among Youth with Overweight and Obesity
Thurston IB, Sonneville KR, Milliren CE, Kamody RC, Gooding HC, Richmond TK. Cross-sectional and Prospective Examination of Weight Misperception and Depressive Symptoms Among Youth with Overweight and Obesity. Prevention Science 2016, 18: 152-163. PMID: 27682272, DOI: 10.1007/s11121-016-0714-8.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsOverweight/obesityWeight misperceptionDepressive symptomsLower depressive symptomsAverage weightAverage BMIWeight statusObesitySymptoms 12Population interventionsWave IVProspective examinationPotential harmful effectsSymptomsMental healthYoung adultsNational Longitudinal StudyLongitudinal studyAdolescent HealthLinear regression modelsWave IIRegression modelsWhite adolescentsHarmful effectsAssociationPatterns of Family Functioning and Diabetes-Specific Conflict in Relation to Glycemic Control and Health-Related Quality of Life Among Youth With Type 1 Diabetes
Rybak TM, Ali JS, Berlin KS, Klages KL, Banks GG, Kamody RC, Ferry RJ, Alemzadeh R, Diaz-Thomas AM. Patterns of Family Functioning and Diabetes-Specific Conflict in Relation to Glycemic Control and Health-Related Quality of Life Among Youth With Type 1 Diabetes. Journal Of Pediatric Psychology 2016, 42: 40-51. PMID: 28173113, DOI: 10.1093/jpepsy/jsw071.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2015
Relations Between Baseline and Nonlinear Longitudinal Changes in Children’s Body Mass Index and Internalizing Symptoms
Tillery R, Berlin KS, Banks GG, Kamody RC, Rybak TM. Relations Between Baseline and Nonlinear Longitudinal Changes in Children’s Body Mass Index and Internalizing Symptoms. Journal Of Pediatric Psychology 2015, 41: 340-349. PMID: 26363488, DOI: 10.1093/jpepsy/jsv080.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchHelpful or harmful? Prospective association between weight misperception and weight gain among overweight and obese adolescents and young adults
Sonneville K, Thurston I, Milliren C, Kamody R, Gooding H, Richmond T. Helpful or harmful? Prospective association between weight misperception and weight gain among overweight and obese adolescents and young adults. International Journal Of Obesity 2015, 40: 328-332. PMID: 26303350, DOI: 10.1038/ijo.2015.166.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsWeight misperceptionFuture weight gainProspective associationsWeight gainBMI gainLess BMI gainLower BMI gainSubsequent BMI changeWeight perceptionWave IIAccurate weight perceptionPercent of malesBMI changeLinear regression modelingHealthy weightObese adolescentsObese youthWave IVObeseOverweightYoung adultsWeight changeNational Longitudinal StudyLongitudinal studyRegression modelingDisentangling the Longitudinal Relations of Race, Sex, and Socioeconomic Status, for Childhood Body Mass Index Trajectories
Banks GG, Berlin KS, Rybak TM, Kamody RC, Cohen R. Disentangling the Longitudinal Relations of Race, Sex, and Socioeconomic Status, for Childhood Body Mass Index Trajectories. Journal Of Pediatric Psychology 2015, 41: 453-461. PMID: 26117140, DOI: 10.1093/jpepsy/jsv062.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchPhysical Activity, Sedentary Behaviors, and Nutritional Risk Profiles and Relations to Body Mass Index, Obesity, and Overweight in Eighth Grade
Berlin KS, Kamody RC, Thurston IB, Banks GG, Rybak TM, Ferry RJ. Physical Activity, Sedentary Behaviors, and Nutritional Risk Profiles and Relations to Body Mass Index, Obesity, and Overweight in Eighth Grade. Behavioral Medicine 2015, 43: 31-39. PMID: 25909358, DOI: 10.1080/08964289.2015.1039956.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsBody mass indexPhysical activitySedentary behaviorMass indexBody mass index z-scoreRisk profilePsychosocial functioningNutritional risk profilesIndex z-scoreLongitudinal study cohortStudy cohortPsychosocial factorsHealthy dietScreen timeZ-scoreUnbalanced dietNutritional choicesDemographic characteristicsIntervention programsSignificant differencesDemographicsDifferential patternsDietQuestionnaire IIOverweightMeasuring Health-Related Quality of Life With the Parental Opinions of Pediatric Constipation Questionnaire
Silverman AH, Berlin KS, Di Lorenzo C, Nurko S, Kamody RC, Ponnambalam A, Mugie S, Gorges C, Sanghavi R, Sood MR. Measuring Health-Related Quality of Life With the Parental Opinions of Pediatric Constipation Questionnaire. Journal Of Pediatric Psychology 2015, 40: 814-824. PMID: 25840448, DOI: 10.1093/jpepsy/jsv028.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCondition-specific health-related qualityPedsQL Generic Core ScalesPsychosocial functioningFunctional Disability InventoryHealth-related qualityFamily Impact ModuleParental opinionGeneric Core ScalesPediatric Symptom ChecklistCaregivers of childrenQuality of lifeConstipation questionnairePediatric constipationDisability InventoryLife instrumentsTreatment needsPediatric InventorySymptom ChecklistMedical teamImpact ModuleConstipationDemographic questionnaireYouth psychosocial functioningPsychometric propertiesCore Scales