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A STUDY ON EATING DISORDER AMONG ADOLESCENTS

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Dr. Meenakshi Rana1* , Anurag2 , Sithembiso Sibanda3 , Cathrine Jongwe
» doi: 10.48047/ecb/2023.12.si5a.034

Abstract

This current study is going to give an overview of eating disorders in adolescents, including their risk factors and treatment options. Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses characterized by persistent disturbances in eating patterns, body weight or shape, and emotional regulation. They affect a significant number of adolescents, with the prevalence of anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder. Risk factors for developing eating disorders include genetic predisposition, environmental factors, and psychosocial stressors, such as peer pressure, body dissatisfaction, and perfectionism. The clinical presentation of eating disorders can vary widely, from severe food restriction and weight loss to binge eating and purging behaviors. Early identification and intervention are critical for the treatment of eating disorders in adolescents, and a multidisciplinary approach, including medical, nutritional, and psychological interventions, is often necessary. Cognitive-behavioral therapy, family-based therapy, and pharmacotherapy are effective treatments for adolescents with eating disorders. Future research should continue to explore the etiology and treatment of eating disorders in adolescents to improve our understanding and management of these complex and devastating illnesses

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