The idea that only teen girls and college students develop eating disorders is a common misconception. In truth, men and women of all ages suffer from these types of disorders. Older women and men are an age group that is frequently overlooked in regards to eating disorders, but one that should be equally addressed. Finish reading this article »
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Anyone can develop an eating disorder. However, approximately 90% of eating disorders take place in women. Teens and those in their 20’s form the most likely age groups in which eating disorders take place. Finish reading this article »
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Eating disorders are not only physically demanding they also can negatively affect your social life and emotional well-being. Setting unrealistic standards or feeling depressed and lonely are common factors associated with an eating disorder. Finish reading this article »
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Self-injury is a type of harm that a person purposely inflicts on their own body. This harm can come in a number of different forms. While to some self-injury seems ridiculous, for those who practice self-injury, it can be a hard habit to break. Finish reading this article »
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Eating disorders have become very common among those who participate in certain sports. These sports often require frequent weight checks and complex training. In many of these sports, thin, smaller athletes are desired. Finish reading this article »
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Many athletes, past and present, have dealt with an eating disorder. These eating disorders have caused great turmoil in their lives, and consequently, have had a negative impact on their athletic careers. In many of these people, perfectionist behavior and a competitive nature exist. These are personality traits common in eating disordered people as well. Anorexia and bulimia are the two most popular forms of eating disorders among athletes. Finish reading this article »
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Eating disorders are a serious problem among many athletes today and can negatively influence their athletic ability. These disorders affect both men and women and occur among a variety of ages. In athletes who compete in sports where physical size and weight matters, eating disorders are even more common. Finish reading this article »
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There are three primary types of eating disorders. These include anorexia, binge eating disorder, and bulimia. All three of these disorder can be very dangerous, both to one’s physical and mental health. How do these disorders affect a person’s body? Can they cause problems during pregnancy? Finish reading this article »
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Osteoporosis is a disorder affecting the bones of the body. When someone has osteoporosis their bones become brittle due to a loss in bone density and are easier to break. This type of problem often occurs in older women and is common in those with the eating disorder, anorexia. Finish reading this article »
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Binge eating disorder, a disorder characterized by an overwhelming desire to eat large amounts of food, can be a difficult problem to overcome. Some may need the assistance of an eating disorder treatment center. Finish reading this article »
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When first thinking of the holidays most people remember fun days spent with family and friends, meals with delicious foods and desserts, being thankful for what you have and giving to others. However, if too much planning, spending and other topics are brought up the holidays begin to feel stressful. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other holidays are often anxiety-ridden and centered on the subject of food. Finish reading this article »
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When confronting someone about an eating disorder, it is important to remember what a touchy subject it can be. Finish reading this article »
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