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Find general information about eating disorders Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, Compulsive Overeating, including definitions, signs and symptoms, and physical dangers. Learn about recovery and treatment programs too.
Eating Disorders Help Guide 
Learn more about eating disorders and behaviors surrounding the issues of weight, shape and food intake. While we all worry about our weight at times, people with eating disorders go to extremes to avoid weight gain, resulting in practices that can be harmful and ultimately fatal.
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ANAD
The National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, Inc. is a non-profit corporation which seeks to alleviate the problems of eating disorders, especially anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. ANAD strives to educate the general public and professionals in the health care field to be more aware of the illnesses relating to eating disorders and methods of treatment.
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Athletes and Eating Disorders
In a study of Division 1 NCAA athletes, over one-third of female athletes reported attitudes and symptoms placing them at risk for anorexia nervosa. Though most athletes with eating disorders are female, male athletes are also at risk --especially those competing in sports that tend to place an emphasis on the athlete’s diet, appearance, size, and weight requirements.
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Eating disorders from the Mayo Clinic
Eating disorders are characterized by a preoccupation with weight that results in severe disturbances in eating and other behaviors. The Mayo Clinic classifies eating disorders as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder. Learn more.
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Facts About Eating Disorders
The main types of eating disorders are anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. A third type, binge-eating disorder, has been suggested but has not yet been approved as a formal psychiatric diagnosis. While, eating disorders usually develop during adolescence or early adulthood, some reports indicate their onset can occur during childhood or later in adulthood.
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National Eating Disorders Association
The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) is the largest not-for-profit organization in the United States working to prevent eating disorders and provide treatment referrals to those suffering from anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder and those concerned with body image and weight issues. NEDA is dedicated to expanding public understanding of eating disorders and promoting access to quality treatment for those affected along with support for their families through education, advocacy and research.
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The Academy for Eating Disorders
The Academy for Eating Disorders is an international transdisciplinary professional organization that promotes excellence in research, treatment and prevention of eating disorders. The AED provides education, training and a forum for collaboration and professional dialogue.
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