By Dr. Dianne Neumark-Sztainer
University of Minneapolis, International Journal of
Eating Disorders 2000; 28:249-258.
Among both adolescent girls and boys, a history of
sexual or physical abuse appears to increase the risk of disordered eating
behaviors, such as self-induced vomiting or use of laxatives to avoid gaining
weight. Among those at increased risk for disordered eating were respondents
who had experienced sexual or physical abuse and those who gave low ratings
to family communication, parental caring and parental expectations. In light
of these findings, the researchers conclude that "strong familial relationships
may decrease the risk for disordered eating among youth reporting abuse
experiences."
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