Eating disorders are a growing problem on college campuses. 15 percent of women aged 17 to 24 have an eating disorder and 20 percent of all college students reported they have or previously had an eating disorder, according to the Multi-Services Eating Disorder Association (MEDA). Stress is one of the biggest contributing factors of developing a disordered relationship with food, and the transition from high school to college is a big life change. Students and their families can use this guide to learn about different signs of an eating disorder, how they’re treated and where to get help.
https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/eating-disorders/
Eating disorder symptoms often occur during times of pressure, stress or transition, and college is no exception to this. College students are disproportionately more likely to develop an eating disorder during this season of life, but that doesn’t have to be the case. The following guide arms students and families with knowledge about common eating disorders, their symptoms and how to seek treatment.
Eating Disorders at School - https://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/student-eating-disorder-resources/