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https://doi.org/10.24869/psyd.2026.174

The impact of impulsivity and night eating syndrome on treatment outcomes in obese patients

Damla Savaşci ; Muratpaşa District Health Directorate, Antalya, Turkey *
Remziye Nur Eke ; Department of Family Medicine, Antalya City Hospital, Antalya, Turkey

* Dopisni autor.

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Background: This study sought to explore the correlation between impulsiveness and night eating habits of patients with obesity, as well as to assess the impact of this correlation on the variations in other anthropometric measurements and laboratory parameters during the course of treatment in order to reveal the etiology and risk factors associated with obesity.

Subjects and Methods: The study involved 50 patients who visited the Obesity Centre of Antalya Training and Research
Hospital, University of Health Sciences, for the first time, met the inclusion criteria, and were followed up for a period of 3-6 months. Participants were interviewed face-to-face during the initial evaluation and were administered the Barratt Impulsiveness Scale-11 (BIS-11) and the Night Eating Questionnaire (NEQ) with further survey questions to obtain socio-demographic data.

Results: Of the patients included in the study, 45 (90%) were female and 5 (10%) were male, with the mean age of 53,6 years. At the end of the treatment, body weight, body mass index (BMI), and waist circumference values decreased significantly. A non-significant decrease was noted in total cholesterol, low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), and triglyceride levels, whereas a non-significant increase was identified in high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) level. Moreover, a statistically significant, moderate positive correlation was found between the ‘Attentional Impulsiveness’ score and the NEQ score. However, no significant correlation was found between night eating habit and impulsiveness along with its sub-dimensions in relation to weight loss, BMI, and changes in waist circumference.

Conclusion: The study found that night eating and impulsiveness did not affect treatment-related anthropometric changes, likely due to improved awareness and behavior through psychologist support during treatment. Obesity management requires an individualised treatment plan. For individuals with impulsive tendencies or diverse eating habits, it is essential to consider these circumstances and develop a treatment plan, bolstered by a multidisciplinary approach that is crucial for effective treatment.

Ključne riječi

obesity; impulsiveness; night eating syndrome; eating disorders; treatment process

Hrčak ID:

350270

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/350270

Datum izdavanja:

15.7.2026.

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