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.


Anorexia Statistics
Anorexia statistics reveal that the eating disorder is the third most commonly chronic illness among teens. Anorexia statistics show more and more teens are facing the battle with this eating disorder. Keep reading to learn more about anorexia statistics.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is often used in helping treat eating disorders. This article helps define Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and discusses the relationship between DBT and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Keep reading to learn how DBT helps treat eating disorders.
Eating Disorders Not Otherwise Specified (EDNOS)
Eating disorders not otherwise specified, or EDNOS, is the term medical professionals use when an eating disorder is apparent but does not fit within the definitions of other eating disorders such as bulimia, anorexia, etc...Keep reading for more information on EDNOS.
Eating Disorders and Missed Periods
Health care professionals and researchers understand there is a strong connection between eating disorders and missed periods. Those teens with eating disorders and missed periods might be surprised to find eating disorders and missed periods are in most cases related.