Eating disorders surprisingly common in teen girls
Over 10% of teen girls and 3% of boys reportedly binge eat or purge at least once a week, according to a new study from the Children’s Hospital in Boston. These results are both surprising and concerning and the study’s authors caution both parents and physicians to stress healthy behaviors and not overemphasize the issue of weight to the children. In this study, teasing and negative comments about weight were linked with an increased risk for disordered eating.
An eating disorder is not just a behavior that a child can control. It is a medical condition that requires professional medical attention and treatment. If you suspect your child has a problem with disordered eating, call your doctor or health care provider for advice and referrals to qualified mental health professionals who have experience treating eating disorders in kids.
Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine/Medscape, June 2008
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