Eating Disorders is a mental health condition which irrespective of gender, age, race, sexual orientation and background affects a significant population worldwide. As per the Mental Health America, in the United States, 20 million women and 10 million men at some time in their life suffered from a clinically significant Eating Disorder.
Various biological factors, psychological factors, and environmental/cultural factors are the key risk factors for Eating Disorders. Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder (BED), Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) and Rumination Disorder are various types of Eating Disorders.
The disease is surrounded by many misconceptions and stigmas which makes its management challenging. However, today a number of nutritional interventions, medications and supportive therapies are available in the Eating Disorders market which can improve the recovery process for the affected individuals.
Source: Eating Disorders Types and Treatment Options