Halting the rise in eating disorders

Emmie Hopkinson, paediatric nurse
Tuesday, November 28, 2023

There has been a sharp increase in the number of children and young people with eating disorders. Experts explore the need for prevention and early intervention and the role of children’s services.

Schools play a key role in promoting healthy attitudes to eating and exercise and can spot the early warning signs of disordered eating before specialist help is needed. Picture: Bonsales/Adobe Stock
Schools play a key role in promoting healthy attitudes to eating and exercise and can spot the early warning signs of disordered eating before specialist help is needed. Picture: Bonsales/Adobe Stock

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