Body Image
It's all about perception when it comes to your relationship with your reflection in the mirror. By age six, children begin to feel worried about their body weight and shape. Those who feel dissatisfied with their body tend to carry this feeling into adolescence, which may cause pressure to engage in unhealthy eating practices.
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Featured Resource
The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) is the largest nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders.
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Assess your attitudes about body image and eating behaviors with this online screen tool.
For ages 13 and up, take a short screening tool to help determine if it's time to seek professional help.
Resources
Find free peer support services for anyone struggling with an eating disorder, regardless of age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or background.
If you think you or someone else has an eating disorder and need support or a treatment referral.
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