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Teen Disorders: Eating Disorders


Eating disorders come in several varieties. Anorexia nervosa involves continued self-starvation. The body is denied the essential nutrients it needs to function normally. Bulimia nervosa is a serious, potentially life-threatening eating disorder characterized by a secretive cycle of bingeing and purging.

Articles

The articles in this section can give you more information on eating disorders and what you can do if you suspect your teen of being anorexic or bulimic.
  • Anorexia and Bulimia
  • Scientists trace genes that may cause certain eating disorders
  • Facts about Eating Disorders and the Search for Solutions
  • Bulimia Disorder in Headlines Thanks to Teen Actress Lindsay Lohan
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