Dieting, body weight, body image and self-esteem in young women: doctors' dilemmas
Abraham, S.F.
Medical Journal of Australia 178(12): 607-611
2003
ISSN/ISBN: 0025-729X PMID: 12797845 Document Number: 258400
This article reviews the causes of eating disorders in women, focusing on risk factors for developing these diseases and triggers for weight loss. It is suggested that interventions that improve self-esteem, encourage communication and help adolescents to be supportive of each other may prevent the development of eating disorders. Guidelines for the diagnosis and management of anorexia nervosa and bulimia are presented.
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