What kind of person do you imagine when you hear the term eating disorder? For many people, a specific type of person comes to mind: a young, rich, White woman who’s suffering from anorexia nervosa, ...

LANTANA — About 1% of research surrounding eating disorders is dedicated to males. It’s a statistic Joseph Toste has learned as a doctoral student at the Barry University School of Social Work. And it ...

Many health issues are easy to identify in ourselves and those we care about. That’s not always the case when it comes to eating disorders. People who have them may not know it. Or, if they do know, ...

Eating disorders are among the many illnesses that are not easily identifiable, making it difficult to recognize who may be struggling and require support. They are complex mental health illnesses ...

Of the list of eating disorders, ARFID might not be one that you recognize – but it can be just as dangerous as the better-known conditions. ARFID, or Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, is ...

The 11:11 tattoo on Kristyne Agabob’s left wrist is inspired by numerology and represents a new beginning. “It’s a number that assures you that you’re on the right path,” she said. “It’s a constant ...

Muecke explained that while eating disorders focus on food, they’re deeply rooted in patterns of thought. “Eating disorders are less about food and more about coping with mental health challenges,” ...