Yes, experts classify eating disorders as mental illnesses. Experts recognise eating disorders in medical and psychiatric manuals such as the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th ...

Several Olympic figure skaters have spoken publicly of their eating disorders in recent years, highlighting the risks of intensity and perfectionism.

Eating disorders represent a significant and growing concern within the field of mental health, as highlighted by the ...

In the United States, eating disorders are the second most deadly mental health issue (behind opioid use disorder). And they are more common than you may think, affecting about 9 percent of the U.S.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) classifies eating disorders as mental health conditions. Because of that, treatments for eating disorders fall under Original Medicare (parts A and B ...

Experts explain why the health and human services secretary's claims should be carefully examined.

Eating disorders can harm a person's physical and mental health in ways that linger for years, a new study reports. Anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and other such disorders bring with them a high risk ...

Psilocybin could help people suffering from a mental health problem that can lead to eating disorders, a new study suggests. Psilocybin, the active chemical in "magic" mushrooms, significantly reduced ...

Expanded program brings in-house nutrition, dual-diagnosis mental health treatment, and coordinated outpatient care for ...

This story discusses eating disorders. If you or someone you know is at risk for an eating disorder, the National Eating ...

Long overlooked in women 40 and older, midlife eating disorders are going up. Eating disorder specialists cite hormonal shifts, societal pressures, and past struggles as fueling the silent surge.

People going through the menopausal transition may be at a higher risk of developing certain eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa or binge eating disorder. Menopause may also worsen existing ...