It's not just girls and women who have eating disorders. Find out how eating disorders impact others, and what it may look like. Over the past couple decades, loads of research has come out regarding the universality of eating disorders. ED's do not discriminate nearly as much as we thought they did in the past. Eating disorders impact every nation and country, every socioeconomic demographic, gender, and age. Over the past 15 years or so we are also seeing a significant widening of age span with development of eating disorders, as young as 5 years old! Being an eating disorder therapist, I see this as a crisis. The complexity of an eating disorder requires skilled treatment with specialists in the field. Although eating disorders can impact anyone, recovery is possible for everyone. Wellness Check is solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Katie Porter is a licensed psychotherapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken in place of medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.
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