Welcome to Teen Eating Disorders

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The purpose of this site is to help teens, parents, families, and friends who may have a loved one struggling with any type of eating disorder.  Our website is designed to help educate on the statistics and treatment options of teen eating disorders. Celebrities, models, and women are not the only ones who suffer from eating disorders, they affect males, athletes, and more. Articles include causes and warning signs associated with youth eating disorders; such as anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorders, overeating, and more. Our goal is to help adolescents who may be experiencing weight issues and eating disorders find therapy or treatment to overcome these behaviors.


Causes of Teen Eating Disorders
There are many causes of teen eating disorders. This eating disorder article looks at such causes as genetic and biological factors, societal factors, family issues, and personal factors. Also, a brief look at some complications of teen eating disorders.
Teen Body Image
Throughout the teenage years teens are becoming very aware of their bodies and the changes their body is going through. Body image, self esteem, and outward appearance becomes more important than ever before. Keep reading for more on teen body image.
Male Eating Disorders
Some male eating disorders are less common, but many eating disorders affect just as many males as females. Keep reading for stereotypes of males with eating disorders, signs of male eating disorders, and tips on how to help a male suffering from an eating disorder.
Eating Disorders and Depression
There is often a correlation between eating disorders and depression. This article contains information on how depression is associated with three eating disorders; binge eating and depression, anorexia and depression, and bulimia and depression.
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