Eating problems develop when a young person’s relationship with food starts to take over their daily life, affecting their ability to feel good or do the things they care about.
Last year, the UK government introduced a new law mandating businesses with over 250 employees to introduce calorie labels on their menus. For young people
Loneliness can be one of the most difficult feelings a young person experiences. This blog explores the two-way relationship between loneliness and eating disorders, outlining how each one can exacerbate the other.
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Dove’s Commitment to Protecting Children’s Mental Health and Self-Esteem Content Warning: This article includes mentions of eating disorders. The recently launched “Dove Self-Esteem Project” aims
There’s a harmful misconception that eating disorders of all types are a female illness. Subsequently, the early onset of eating disorders in pre-teen boys is
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When Two Become One: Teens Living with an Eating Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder Young people diagnosed with an eating disorder (ED) have a
A Generation Affected by Eating Disorders and the Parents Who Care In Singapore, the likelihood of an eating disorder diagnosis among teenagers and young adults
What Is ARFID? The eating disorder or feeding disturbance known as avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is a chronic inability to achieve adequate nutritional
Peer victimisation, often referred to as bullying, is a type of interpersonal violence or harm that takes place between friends or peers. Peer victimisation can involve physical violence, verbal insults, emotional manipulation, or relational harm, such as spreading rumours or social exclusion.
OCD is a serious mental health disorder that can have a big impact on a teenager’s daily life. However, it is treatable, and with the right support, young people can reach full recovery.
When a young person develops an eating problem, seeking professional support is the first step. It’s very difficult for someone to recover from an eating problem on their own, and treatment and support are crucial for both the young person and their family.
