Eating Disorders in Children and Teens

My child feels guilty after eating.

My child is often alone and doesn’t hang out with friends.

My child eats in secret and hides food.

My child often expresses concern about their body shape, size, and/or weight.

I am often concerned about my child’s physical and mental health.

My child is often moody and irritable.

My child feels like they have to “make up for” eating by exercising, purging, eating less, etc.

My child avoids certain foods for fear of weight gain.

My child is often preoccupied with food and their body.

My child’s weight fluctuates.

My child often exercises and feels stressed when they are unable to work out as planned.

My child fears weight gain.

My child’s grades in school have dropped.

My child often feels out of control when eating.


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