When people think eating disorders, they often imagine only very thin teenage girls. But it's far more complicated than that. Food addiction and overeating are also recognised eating disorders, and men experience them too in increasing numbers.
Eating disorders are serious illnesses. Recovery isn't just about weight – understanding why the disorder developed in the first place is often just as crucial to getting better.
Whether you're concerned about someone close to you, you're a healthcare student needing to research the topic, or you just want to understand eating disorders better, you'll find thorough information here. We cover questions that relatives and friends commonly have about how to help someone struggling with these conditions.
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