We live in a culture that worships bone-thin movie stars. eating disorders usually begin in the teen years, when we’re most susceptible to scrutiny by our peers – and it can affect both men and women. read more..

Unless the body you see in the mirror is thin, buff and curvy (for women) or six-pack fit (for men), you walk away disappointed. Everywhere you look there are magazines, TV and movie images that seem to scream, “You aren’t okay!” read more..

You can hardly drive down any street without passing several fast food drive-ins or restaurants. The sight of food commercials on television is enough to send you running for the refrigerator. read more..

Why is it that some girls are perfectly content with their bodies while others are never satisfied? It’s more than just an imagined sense of self-hatred – there are many influences that determine whether or not you’ll be prone to eating disorders in your life. read more..

Jamie-Lynn DiScala of The Sopranos spent most of her teen years trying to survive anorexia. She’s now the spokeswoman for the National Eating Disorder Association, hoping to help other girls understand that “thin” isn’t worth dying for. read more..