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Is Social Media Giving Gen Z Eating Disorders?
Eating disorders are growing in America along with the rise of media consumption. Nowadays, it’s not uncommon for adolescents to undergo extreme dieting or to experience body dysmorphia. As adults, we need to stay conscious of their behavior in order to help them heal.
By Nicole Dominique4 min read
At least 9% of the U.S. population will experience some form of an eating disorder in their lifetime. And while the median age for bulimia nervosa and anorexia nervosa is currently 18, it’s no longer unheard of for younger people to experience body dysmorphia and eating disorders. In fact, 35-57% of adolescent girls have been reported to take part in unhealthy dieting, fasting, purging, and taking laxatives.