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Teen eating disorders: Tips to protect your teen
Teaming up with your teen's doctor
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Why teens develop eating disorders
Early consequences of teen eating disorders
Prevention begins with open communication
Seeking help for teen eating disorders
Teaming up with your teen's doctor
Your teen's doctor can reinforce the messages you're giving your teen at home, as well as help identify early signs of an eating disorder.
For example, the doctor can look for unusual changes in your teen's body mass index or weight percentiles during routine medical appointments. The doctor can talk to your teen about his or her eating habits, exercise routine and body image. If necessary, he or she can refer your teen to a mental health provider.