Question

Food is essential for health and development, especially in teens and young adults. Why do you suppose this age group, regardless of gender, is often at risk for development of eating disorders?

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Answer 1

I'd say that there's much more social pressure to be "attractive" and fit in during your teen and young adult years than any other time in your life. Kids interpret those pressures as the need to stay thin, leading to disorders like anorexia or bulimia.