Sensation Seeking Predicts Disordered Eating in Teens
Sensation seeking has long been linked to risky behaviors in teens, but its role in eating-disorder psychopathology has been mixed. A 2026 study by Bogner and colleagues clarifies the picture in 400 German adolescents: sensation seeking matters for disordered eating, but the effects are moderated by weight status and emotional symptoms.1 Research Highlights Sensation seeking …
