Eating disorders are gender neutral, although they have been routinely characterised as a women’s issue. There are many factors that lead to males being under- and undiagnosed for eating disorders, including the social stigma of males seeking psychological help. Correcting these false impressions is vital to removing the stigma surrounding gender and eating disorders. By de-stigmatising eating disorders, everyone will get better access to diagnosis and treatment.
Eating disorders are serious and have a big impact on someone’s health. We’re here to help. Learn more about eating disorders, what the warning signs are, and who can help you change your relationship with food.
Eating habits can change because of psychological reasons. This can impact every aspect of a young person’s life. Learn about how and where to get help.
This talk alters society's perspective on the way mental illnesses such as eating disorders are viewed. Not only can viewers see through the eyes of a young girl suffering from bulimia, but they can also hear the voices in her mind taunting her.
Researcher Scott Griffiths argues that eating disorders are moving targets, due to constantly changing cultural influences and that the increasing focus on muscularity has led to a rise of men with muscle dysmorphia