#eating disorders
#eating disorders

Wellness

'Operation Transformation is adding to weight stigma and dehumanising' - experts warn in open letter to RTE chief Kevin Bakhurst

Operation Transformation criticized for promoting unhealthy weight loss methods and potentially contributing to eating disorders in teenagers. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Medicine

Eating disorders are not a choice, they are a disease I wish more people knew how treatable they are | Xavier Mulenga

Anorexia nervosa is a serious psychiatric illness that can involve food restriction, distorted weight perception, and severe physical consequences.

Family members often struggle with frustration when dealing with a loved one's eating disorder, which may stem from a lack of understanding about the nature of the disease. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

2 months ago

Mental health

The perceived scrutiny is immense': how weddings can worsen eating and body image disorders

The pressure of weddings can exacerbate body image struggles and eating disorders. [ more ]

Bustle

Books

This New Book Revisits Y2K Pop Culture, From Tumblr To 'Gossip Girl'

Disordered eating is a common thread among fictional characters, celebrities, and women writers.

Eating disorders are pervasive across different genres and industries, linking media, literature, and healthcare. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

London

Concerns raised over treatment of eating disorders in London's NHS services

Rising referrals for eating disorders among children and adolescents in London.

Struggles in meeting demand for eating disorder services in London. [ more ]

Independent

3 weeks ago

Remote teams

Working from home - beside the fridge - can lead to binge-eating issues, says expert

Remote work may lead to mental health challenges and eating disorders. [ more ]

Irish Independent

Wellness

'Operation Transformation is adding to weight stigma and dehumanising' - experts warn in open letter to RTE chief Kevin Bakhurst

Operation Transformation criticized for promoting unhealthy weight loss methods and potentially contributing to eating disorders in teenagers. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Medicine

Eating disorders are not a choice, they are a disease I wish more people knew how treatable they are | Xavier Mulenga

Anorexia nervosa is a serious psychiatric illness that can involve food restriction, distorted weight perception, and severe physical consequences.

Family members often struggle with frustration when dealing with a loved one's eating disorder, which may stem from a lack of understanding about the nature of the disease. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

2 months ago

Mental health

The perceived scrutiny is immense': how weddings can worsen eating and body image disorders

The pressure of weddings can exacerbate body image struggles and eating disorders. [ more ]

Bustle

Books

This New Book Revisits Y2K Pop Culture, From Tumblr To 'Gossip Girl'

Disordered eating is a common thread among fictional characters, celebrities, and women writers.

Eating disorders are pervasive across different genres and industries, linking media, literature, and healthcare. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

London

Concerns raised over treatment of eating disorders in London's NHS services

Rising referrals for eating disorders among children and adolescents in London.

Struggles in meeting demand for eating disorder services in London. [ more ]

moreeating-disorders

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National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

Mental health

Life Beyond Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia nervosa is a serious and potentially life-threatening illness characterized by severely restricted food intake, intense fear of gaining weight, and distorted body image.

People living with mental illnesses can recover and lead fulfilling lives with proper treatment and support. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Mental health

Eating disorder rates four times higher in girls than boys, survey shows

More than 1 in 10 17-19 year olds in England have an eating disorder.

Rates of eating disorders are four times higher in girls aged 11-16 compared to boys.

A fifth of 8-16 year olds and almost a quarter of 17-19 year olds have a probable mental disorder. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

Health

Ozempic is everywhere and that's triggering for people in recovery from eating disorders, specialists say | CBC Radio

Patients with eating disorders are being prescribed weight loss drugs without proper screening or counseling.

Prescribing weight loss drugs to individuals with eating disorders can be dangerous and trigger their disorder.

There is a need for more awareness and education among physicians about the risks and appropriate treatments for eating disorders. [ more ]

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

Mental health

Life Beyond Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia nervosa is a serious and potentially life-threatening illness characterized by severely restricted food intake, intense fear of gaining weight, and distorted body image.

People living with mental illnesses can recover and lead fulfilling lives with proper treatment and support. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Mental health

Eating disorder rates four times higher in girls than boys, survey shows

More than 1 in 10 17-19 year olds in England have an eating disorder.

Rates of eating disorders are four times higher in girls aged 11-16 compared to boys.

A fifth of 8-16 year olds and almost a quarter of 17-19 year olds have a probable mental disorder. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

Health

Ozempic is everywhere and that's triggering for people in recovery from eating disorders, specialists say | CBC Radio

Patients with eating disorders are being prescribed weight loss drugs without proper screening or counseling.

Prescribing weight loss drugs to individuals with eating disorders can be dangerous and trigger their disorder.

There is a need for more awareness and education among physicians about the risks and appropriate treatments for eating disorders. [ more ]

moremental health

Medscape

Health

Surge in Eating Disorders Tied to COVID-19 Pandemic

Healthcare claims for eating disorders have increased 65% nationally as a percentage of all medical claims from 2018 to 2022.

There has been a change in the age distribution of eating disorder claims, with the largest share now falling in the 14-18 year old group.

Females account for more than 89% of eating disorder claims in every year from 2018 to 2022. [ more ]

The Mercury News