Recent studies show eating disorders are becoming more common among preteens. Child and adolescent psychiatrist at Sydney's Westmead Children's Hospital, Dr.Sloane Madden, found children as young as 8 were being diagnosed with anorexia. A fourth of the children in the study were boys.
Discussion Starters What do you think might be influencing the rise of eating disorders among preteens? What sorts of things do you think can help prevent these dangerous habits? How might our relationship with God be affected by eating disorders?
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