What is an eating disorder?

Learn about eating disorders, their impact, signs, and how to help teens manage or recover from these conditions effectively.

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Understanding Eating Disorders: A Comprehensive Guide Eating disorders are complex conditions that affect an individual's eating behaviours and related thoughts and emotions. These disorders often stem from a mix of psychological, biological, and social factors. Understanding them is the first step toward recognising warning signs either in oneself or in others and seeking appropriate help. Types of Eating Disorders There are several types of eating disorders, but here are the main ones that affect teenagers: Anorexia Nervosa: Characterized by weight loss, difficulties maintaining an appropriate body weight for height, age, and stature, and, in many individuals, distorted body image. People...
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