What are the risks of eating disorders?

Eating disorders have severe impacts on teens, affecting physical health, emotional stability, and social life; early professional intervention is critical for recovery.

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Understanding Eating Disorders: More Than Just a Diet Eating disorders are serious and complex mental health conditions that can have profound and devastating consequences if not properly addressed. They are characterised by abnormal or disturbed eating habits, and often stem from a combination of psychological, biological, and sociocultural factors. These disorders primarily include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder, but there are other types as well, such as orthorexia and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). The Real-Life Impact of Eating Disorders on Teenagers Eating disorders often first appear during the teenage years, a pivotal period when individuals are already...
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