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I think my teen has an eating disorder. What do I do?
Article FAQ for parents of teens who think their teen may have an eating disorder - I think my teen has an eating disorder. What do I do?
What are eating disorders?
What are they and who gets them?
Eating Disorders Statistics
Statistics on eating disorders and teens.
Eating Disorders - How Common Are They?
How common eating disorders are in the general population and in adolescence.
Eating Disorder Research Findings
Research is contributing to advances in the understanding and treatment of eating disorders.
Treatment Strategies for Eating Disorders
Eating disorders can be treated and a healthy weight restored. The sooner these disorders are diagnosed and treated, the better the outcomes are likely to be.
Teenagers with Eating Disorders
A fact sheet from the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.
Warning Signs
From Kidsource, waring signs for the different type of eating disorders are listed here.
Tips for Parents
Whether their child is 10 or 20, parents of a patient with bulimia or anorexia may find it difficult to deal with such a constant, long-term problem. From the American Anorexia/Bulimia Association, Inc., here are some tips that may help.

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