About 5 percent of Russian teenagers suffer from eating disorders, which mostly affects girls and young women aged 12 to 27, clinical psychologist Elizaveta Kulikova said. The expert noted that although the indicator is relatively low, the problem requires the attention of parents and specialists.
According to Kulikova, eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating and food avoidance disorders, and chewing disorders: “The rate of eating disorders among young people in our country is low, according to some data, it is up to 5 percent.” The main risk group is girls and young women, but the number of cases is increasing in adolescent boys.
Kulikova also noted that the spread of body positivity in the country has not taken root in practice. This has been replaced by the fashion for a healthy lifestyle, marathons, an athletic body and taking pills for weight loss; This can increase the risk of developing an eating disorder, according to a psychologist.
The psychologist emphasized that early detection of symptoms and correct work with adolescents can significantly reduce the risks of serious consequences. The expert advises parents to pay attention to sudden changes in children’s eating habits and emotional state.
By the way, scientists have previously named the optimal meal time for weight control.
Source: People Talk
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