The sting of being insulted for your weight or body shape is strong enough to have lasting effects if a new study is correct. According to a report published in the Journal of Adolescent Health, being called “fat” by friends or family may lead to later development of eating disorders in teen girls. In particular,…
ReadRecently, there has been a strong push to undo the stigma and isolation that surround eating disorders by increasing public discussion and awareness. However, a new study shows that teens with eating disorder still face a high risk for depression and bullying from peers, suggesting the stigma is still a major issue for those living…
ReadEating disorders are frequently treated like a rare disease. Most people assume they will never know anyone living with anorexia or bulimia. The truth is they are wrong. Almost everyone in the United States knows someone who struggles with an eating disorder, but few talk about it. Even fewer seek treatment. In the US alone,…
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