Eating Disorders News & Features
YouTube to Ban More Eating Disorder Content
- Older Women and Eating Disorders: A Growing Problem
March 2, 2023 — Although eating disorders like binge eating, anorexia nervosa, and bulimia in older women are rarely discussed, they're a prevalent and growing problem.
- 1 in 5 Kids at Risk for Eating Disorder: Study
February 22, 2023 — More than 1 in 5 children worldwide are at risk of developing an eating disorder such as bulimia, anorexia, or binge eating, a new analysis suggests.
- Social Media Linked to Rise in Eating Disorders
Social media is a big influence on many people. For some, certain types of posts may be triggers for disordered eating or body image problems.
- How to Support Someone With an Eating Disorder
Struggling to help your friend or family member cope with an eating disorder? Read on to learn how you can do so with or without directly speaking to them about it.
- Guys Get Eating Disorders, Too
Binging, purging, yo-yo dieting, anorexia. Think these are girl problems? Not so fast.
- Q&A With Demi Lovato
Chart-topping singer Demi Lovato opens up about where she's been and what's ahead for her hot career.
- Eating Disorders and Depression
Eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating can be linked to depression. A guide to depression and eating disorders, and finding effective treatment for both.
- Eating Disorders in Children and Teens
Eating disorders can cause serious health problems for children and teens. Early recognition and early treatment are the best ways to avoid these problems. Here is what to watch for.
- Culture Shock
Eating disorders used to be a problem for white women only. Not any more.
- How to Spot an Eating Disorder
Don't wait until the eating disorder is out of control before you seek help.