What Should I Say? If you are concerned about a friend, family member, or student who may be experiencing disordered eating, it is a good idea to talk to them...

...and sizes. Become aware of the factors that can contribute to the development of eating disorders. Do not engage in “fat” talk! Change the conversation or remind yourself not to...

...talk about their behavior. Sometimes people worry about what others will think about them. Some people may be worried about untrue stereotypes that exist about eating disorders. These fears may...

...“Pro-Mia” (pro-bulimia) pages. They talk as if anorexia nervosa or bulimia are lifestyle choices rather than disorders. The sites have chat rooms and blogs where people support each other in...

Many different types of therapy are used to treat eating disorders. They usually involve talking with a trained professional. That person’s role is to help you to learn about yourself...

A support group is where people with a similar problem get together. It is a warm and welcoming place where they can talk about their experiences and listen to each...

...a change take small steps to prepare for that change may look for support from your friends or family members might talk to a professional about going into therapy or...

...grew stronger. Then one day, I was home after school watching a talk show. The topic was eating disorders. I watched several young girls discuss their struggles with anorexia and/or...