The urge to "start over" for the new year feels hopeful. In eating disorders, that same impulse can either support recovery ...

In the United States, eating disorders are the second most deadly mental health issue (behind opioid use disorder). And they are more common than you may think, affecting about 9 percent of the U.S.

Gender is a broad term referring to the social and cultural norms assigned to males and females. 1 While some individuals feel comfortable with the gender identity they were assigned at birth, not all ...

Health services should teach patients with eating disorders psychosocial skills to help more people recover and avoid relapse, according to an expert. Anorexia, bulimia and other eating issues affect ...

You may not have heard of orthorexia, but you’ve probably seen it. It’s an eating disorder that’s characterized as an ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Advocates in Kentucky are working to raise awareness about signs, treatment options and resources available for people battling eating disorders. Dr. Andrea Krause with ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A cutting-edge virtual reality treatment created by researchers in Louisville is helping people with eating disorders get effective treatment that could be life-saving.

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The most important factor in the successful treatment of eating disorders is improving the patient's perception of their body -- and that's not an easy task, says a ...

While the concept of eating disorders has become more broadly discussed over the last few years, less is understood about the psychology behind them — namely, what is happening inside the brain of a ...

Key Takeaways If you notice your kid is struggling with eating and body image—don't panic. A nonjudgemental talk is the first ...

Eating disorders affect people of all races and ethnicities. However, barriers to healthcare may prevent some racial and ethnic groups from receiving accurate diagnoses and treatment. Eating disorders ...