Does My Teen Have an Eating Disorder?

Here are a few of the signs to look for if you think your teen has an eating disorder:

skipping meals

fasting

refusing to eat certain food groups--like carbs,

purging (throwing up),

taking laxatives,

over-exercising,

taking diet pills

hiding food,

drinking highly caffeinated energy drinks.

taking ADHD meds to suppress appetite.

 

Have you noticed any of these in your teen? Call your pediatrician or general practitioner immediately.