Eating Disorders

"Until you make peace with who you are, you’ll never be content with what you have."
  ~ Doris Mortman ~

Do you want to know more about what eating disorders are? Do you have a friend suffering from an eating disorder or suffer from one yourself? Read real stories and learn about the signs and symptoms of Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorders at these links.

     Do you want to know more about the physical effects of eating disorders? Find out more information in the Medical Complications section.

     Why do people develop eating disorders? Learn more information about the many factors that contribute to eating disorders in the Causes of Eating Disorders section.

     Can you treat an eating disorder? What is involved in treatment of eating disorders? Explore the Treatment section to find out the answers to these questions.

     Do you have a friend who you think may have an eating disorder? What can you do? Find out more about the do’s and don’ts in the How to Help a Friend with an Eating Disorder section.

     Do you wonder why your body is different from others? Do you focus on weight and weight loss? Explore Fitness and Health at Any Size to find out why size may not matter in overall health and fitness.

     Do you exercise outside even when the weather is bad? Does missing a workout or having to alter your exercise routine cause you anxiety? Read more about Over-exercise and how it can be detrimental to your health.

     Do you wonder if your body image is normal? Do you wonder if your eating habits are healthy? Take a look at the Body Image/Eating Issues Continuum and take the Eating Attitudes Test (Word or Pdf) to sort out these questions and find out if you need help.

     Check out Campus Resources for more information and services available for eating disorders. The Web Links section offers some off-campus links that provide helpful information on eating disorders.

This web page is brought to you through a collaborative effort of the University of Missouri-Columbia’s; Counseling Center, Recreation Services, Residential Life, Student Health Center, Wellness Resource Center and Women’s Center.