If you or someone you know is affected by an eating disorder, we can help.
If you are seeking information on eating disorders, perhaps you are concerned about your own health, or the health of someone you love. We’re glad you are reaching out to learn more. It’s the first step in understanding the issues surrounding this serious illness and with some help and support – treatment and recovery are possible.
The information in this section is specific to women and girls. But you’ll find a host of terms and topics under general information. We recommend you start there and then augment your learnings with the subjects covered here.
Information for women and girls:
Anorexia, Bulimia, & Binge Eating Disorder: What is an Eating Disorder?
Eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder include extreme emotions, attitudes, and behaviors surrounding weight and food issues.
Eating Disorders in Women of Color: Explanations and Implications [References]
A common misperception is that eating disorders just affect affluent, Caucasian women. There is still much to learn about how eating disorders affect individuals of all races and further research must be conducted to ensure that our efforts to combat these illnesses are inclusive of all women and men.
Tips for Kids on Eating Well and Feeling Good about Yourself
It is no fun to worry all the time about how much you weigh, how much you eat, or whether you are thin. Here are some things you can do.
What's Going On With Me?
Living in our culture, it's not surprising if you feel you have to look a certain way to be happy or even healthy. However, the things you are doing to be thin can quickly spin out of control and become a serious life-threatening eating disorder.
Pregnancy and Motherhood
Pregnancy & Eating Disorders
Pregnancy and motherhood. Professionals recommend that women with eating disorders do their best to resolve the eating disorder related weight and behavior problems before they attempt to get pregnant.
Gürze Books
Publisher and distributor of a wide variety of book titles dealing with eating and body image issues. Gürze also features topical articles such as this one regarding pregnancy and eating disorders.
American Pregnancy Association
Promoting pregnancy wellness through research, education, and community awareness. Working with
moms for healthy eating habits to ensure the best pregnancy possible.
Pregnancy.org
Pregnancy.org offers information covering a wide range of topics related to pregnancy. At the above link you will find an article about eating disorders.
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