eating disorder
noun
: any of several psychological disorders (such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia) characterized by serious disturbances of eating behavior
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May notes an overreliance on screens also increases the risk of anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self harm and a sedentary lifestyle.
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Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Feb. 2026
According to the National Eating Disorders Association, the rate of eating disorders among college students surged 13 percentage points between 2013 and 2020.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 19 Feb. 2026
My practice now includes a detailed history of eating disorders and monitoring for disordered eating throughout treatment.
—Jody Dushay, STAT, 19 Feb. 2026
Glenn’s triumph over depression and an eating disorder shows how the sport is finally prioritizing skaters’ well-being alongside athletic achievement and technical excellence.
—Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
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Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Feb. 2026
According to the National Eating Disorders Association, the rate of eating disorders among college students surged 13 percentage points between 2013 and 2020.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 19 Feb. 2026
My practice now includes a detailed history of eating disorders and monitoring for disordered eating throughout treatment.
—Jody Dushay, STAT, 19 Feb. 2026
Glenn’s triumph over depression and an eating disorder shows how the sport is finally prioritizing skaters’ well-being alongside athletic achievement and technical excellence.
—Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
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“Eating disorder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eating%20disorder. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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