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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.
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.
Founded and based on the principles of the Roman Catholic Church, Académie Ste. Cécile International School is committed to the ecumenical movement with great sensitivity to inter-faith dialogue by respecting the religious and cultural diversity of students and faculty. Académie Ste. Cécile is a private, international co-educational boarding school that is committed to academic excellence and endeavours to foster the qualities of leadership, responsibility, organization, courtesy and respect.
Albert College offers value that bigger schools cannot - the chance to participate in a wide variety of opportunities. The college provides something for almost everyone, as Albert's offerings are designed so that students can be active in all facets of the school's athletic, arts, community service, leadership and adventure programmes.
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.
Learn about Anorexia from The National Women's Health Information Center.
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 athletes diet, appearance, size, and weight requirements.
The Athol Murray College of Notre Dame is a co-ed, independent, residential high school for students in Grades 8-12. Notre Dame Hounds are known internationally for their achievements, with 90% of graduates pursuing post-secondary education - many with scholarships. Male and female hockey programs have proven particularly successful; many Hounds play in the NHL, major-junior, semi-pro, college and Team Canada ranks.
Brentwood College School's mission has been "to teach with passion, with commitment to our challenging symphony of academics, athletics and the arts, to nurture scholars of integrity, to develop team players and creative individuals, to support our students as they discover their unique strengths and find joy in contributing to the good of the community to inspire the leaders of the future: this is our mission as a school."
Bronte College focuses on providing instruction for students preparing for university studies with a learning environment conducive to academic excellence that provides students the opportunity to fulfill their academic goals.
Columbia International College is the largest private boarding university-preparatory school in Canada. Columbia's unique Total Care Education" offers young people from around the world the unique experience of living and learning in an environment dedicated to the highest level of academic and personal achievement.
Concordia University College of Alberta has an 83-year history of providing a quality, student-focused education in an engaging and nurturing environment. Concordia fosters a Christian lifestyle on campus and encourages a dual commitment to academic excellence and religious vitality.
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.
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.
Great Lakes Christian College promotes academic excellence in a caring, Christian environment. The school seeks to nurture an intelligent faith, and to uphold those influences which encourage the development of Christian character.
Grenville Christian College is an independent Christian school led by a team of passionate educators who provide excellent academic and life experiences to children and teenagers of all backgrounds in an atmosphere of love and acceptance.
Imperial College of Toronto (ICT) is an independent boarding school providing both Canadian and foreign students credit courses towards an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and to prepare them for university admission. Their graduates have been accepted by universities, and quite a number of them have received scholarships and other awards.
Academic excellence, a supportive community environment, and a diverse student body form the enriching educational experience that is Luther College High School. At Luther College, academic excellence means high quality teaching and encouraging students to discover and develop their own potential.
Maxwell welcomes students in grades 712 of all national, ethnic, and religious origins from around the world with on-campus residential facilities. Maxwell is an ideal environment for nurturing human development and for learning world citizenship.
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.
A boarding school committed to every aspect of a complete education, Shawnigan Lake School leads young people in the pursuit of personal excellence. Our rural setting, north of Victoria, BC, on Vancouver Island, provides an idyllic location for a learning community designed to discover and develop the confidence and talents of every student.
St. Johns-Ravenscourt School (SJR), in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, is a co-educational K-12 university-preparatory, day and boarding school with a reputation for excellence and a long-standing record of national and international achievements. Our graduates attend top-tier universities. Our alumni are leaders in their professions and communities.
The main aim of St. Michaels University School is university preparation. Between kindergarten and high school graduation students are going to learn a great deal about the world, about other people, and about themselves. Their mission: Our school seeks the excellence in all of us, with passion and compassion. We are a community shaped by the pursuit of truth and goodness, providing outstanding preparation for higher learning and for life.
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.