15 Signs Your Child Is Developing An Eating Disorder

Eating disorders are generally characterized by a variety of behavioral, physical, and emotional signs

The reality is, we can’t assume our kids aren’t at risk of developing an eating disorder. The reality is that any of our kids could be among those 29 million.

Which means parents need to be prepared. Because when it comes to eating disorders, early detection is key — as is early intervention.

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They include:

1. An intense fear of gaining weight
2. Negative or distorted self-image
3. Preoccupation with food
4. Hoarding and hiding food
5. Eating in secret
6. Social withdrawal
7. Irritability
8. Mood swings
9. Rigidity in behaviors and routines
10. Noticeable fluctuations in weight
11. Gastrointestinal complaints
12. Difficulties concentrating
13. Sleep problems
14. Dental problems, and
15. Impaired immune functioning.