Key Takeaways If you notice your kid is struggling with eating and body image—don't panic. A nonjudgemental talk is the first ...
Body dissatisfaction among 16-year-olds may predict risk for later development of eating disorders, depression, and higher ...
Semantically, eating disorders are highly associated with body image. Clinically, this association makes complete sense as approximately one-third of people with eating disorders also experience body ...
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The most important factor in the successful treatment of eating disorders is improving the patient's perception of their body -- and that's not an easy task, says a ...
This summer I sat on my bed and watched as my sister tried on numerous outfits, changing over and over again, each time citing something “wrong” about her body and weight. I would respond by providing ...
The holidays can intensify food and body image struggles. Here's how to move through them without starting over.
An increased disconnect from your body can make it easier to harm yourself, whether by disordered eating or suicide. Maskot/Maskot via Getty Images Did you know that anorexia is the most lethal mental ...
The hours spent – and the content viewed – by teens on social media can lead to depression, anxiety and body image issues. Mixmike/E+via Getty Images Media influences and conventional beauty standards ...
Among the most upsetting phrases to hear during pregnancy, “Just wait” reigned supreme as my least favorite. “You think you’re tired now? Just wait,” they said. “You don’t have time to tackle your ...
For some people, Christmas is all about twinkly lights, bottomless prosecco and cosy catch-ups. But for others, the festive ...
(THE CONVERSATION) – Media influences and conventional beauty standards have long plagued society. This issue took on new urgency in May 2023 when the U.S. surgeon general issued a major public ...