Rise in adults with eating disorders

THE age profile of people with eating disorders is changing significantly with a huge increase in adult sufferers.

Changing patterns, said a support association for people with eating disorders, are pointing to “noticeable increases” in the 25-30 and the 31-39 age groupings.

Among the people who disclosed their age on contacting the association Bodywhys, 6% were between 10-15 years while 21% were between 31-39 years. Bodywhys also revealed people are engaging in potentially dangerous practices to control weight.