An article on Russia's Pravda news website reports an increase in eating disorders among teen boys around the world:
According to the World Health Organization, within the last two years the number of eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia) among young men age 12 through 16 has increased twofold. Sixty-seven percent of them suffer from severe undernutrition and apparent psychosis.
One in 100 teenagers makes a suicide attempt because they are unhappy with their appearance. ...
Medical professionals name the following reasons of the disease: early puberty, temperament, being teased because of excessive weight, low self esteem, and disadaptive family education. Genetics is also important. The risk factor of those who have relatives suffering from the disorder is 12 times larger.
Labels: teen eating disorders, boys
Posted By: Stefanie Hamilton