What Are The Causes Of Digestive Disorder?
- Eating Disorders - Causes
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Complications of Bulimia
- Complications of Anorexia
- Symptoms
Risk Factors
In the United States, about 7 million females and 1 million males suffer from eating disorders.
Age
Eating disorders occur most often in adolescents and young adults. However, they are becoming increasingly prevalent among young children. Eating disorders are more difficult to identify in young children because they are less commonly suspected.
Gender
Eating disorders occur predominantly among girls and women. About 90 - 95% of patients with anorexia nervosa, and about 80% of patients...
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