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How to try and prevent your child developing an eating disorder
Average rating: 3 out of 5 star rating

Some teenagers are more vulnerable to anorexia and bulimia than others, yet there are things as parents you can do to reduce the risk of this condition taking hold.

  • Don't criticise your teenager's body shape.
  • Be positive about their good points and help build their self-esteem about their physical appearance and academic ability.
  • Don't give them unrealistic expectations that they will not be able to achieve and will leave them feeling worthless.
  • Set a good example by not constantly talking about diets and trying different diets yourself.

Penny Palmano, working mum and author of Yes, Please. Whatever!

More help and advice

- In-depth info on anorexia
- Why everyday conversation influences anorexia
- In-depth info on bulimia
- Tips to help battle anorexia
- More advice on health and puberty in pre-teens

By Penny Palmano

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