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Helping Families Cope with an Eating Disorder
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Publisher:  Bellwood Health Services Inc.
Date Written:  11/02/2010
Year Published:  2010  
Resource Type:  Article

The debilitating effects of alcohol and drug addictions on the family are generally well-known; however, when it comes to eating disorders, people remain less aware of the disruptive familial effects.

Abstract:  Helping Families Cope With An Eating Disorder
(Toronto, ON February 1, 2010) Reports show that of all Canadians 15 years and older, 2.8% of women are at risk of an eating disorder, and 1.7% in total (men and women) are at risk. From February 1-7, groups across Canada will come together to commemorate Eating Disorder Awareness Week. The purpose of this weeklong event is to educate the public on eating disorders and body dissatisfaction, and raise awareness about the societal and cultural facto...
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