Here's what anorexia nervosa is, why it's so concerning and how people who struggle with the disorder can get help.

Five years ago, my husband and I sat in our pediatrician’s office and asked, “What’s next?” Our 14-year-old daughter had just been diagnosed with anorexia, and we were terrified. We learned some ...

When your adolescent is struggling with an eating disorder, finding treatment options can feel overwhelming. Chances are you've already done some late-night Googling, trying to figure out what to do ...

The 3 eating disorders--anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating--occur at a frequency far greater than usually realized. Anorexia has been found to be present in up to 1% of teenage and ...

Adolescent-onset anorexia nervosa is associated with significantly lower likelihood of full-time employment over a 30-year period, higher long-term health care utilization, and increased reliance on ...

This article deals with an eating disorder. If you or someone you know has an eating disorder, the Anorexia Nervosa & Associated Disorders Helpline is available 24/7 ...