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Eating disorders are biologically influenced medical illnesses that can affect a person's physical and mental health (National Institute of Mental Health [NIMH], 2024). Eating disorders can affect anyone, no matter their racial and ethnic backgrounds, ages, body weights, or genders (NIMH, 2024). Additionally, individuals with eating disorders may not look like they have one. Research suggests that the risk of developing an eating disorder increases due to a combination of genetic, biological, behavioral, psychological, and social factors (NIMH, 2024).
There are different types of eating disorders, including (NIMH, 2024):
National Institute of Mental Health (2024). Eating disorders: About more than food. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/eating-disorders
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