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More than 20 percent of kids show signs of disordered eating: shock study

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More than 20 percent of kids show signs of disordered eating: shock study

This shocking study is sure to give parents pause. A meta-analysis published Monday by medical journal JAMA Pediatrics found a staggering 22% of children and adolescents display signs of disordered eating. Disordered eating can take many forms including frequent dieting, weight fluctuation and feelings of guilt associated with eating. According to The Academy of Nutrition … Read more

New study uncovers links between dark triad personality traits and disordered eating habits

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New study uncovers links between dark triad personality traits and disordered eating habits

Many factors can contribute to a person’s eating habits, including personality traits. The Dark Triad personality traits of narcissism, psychopathy, and Machiavellianism have been linked to many negative outcomes, but their relationship to disordered eating has been underexplored. A study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health looks at how these … Read more