What Is an Eating Disorder and When to Worry

All teenagers worry about their appearance. Self-esteem can be precarious during adolescence, and body consciousness comes with the territory. But if they're fixated on weight, it could be time to worry. So what is the difference between normal behavior and behavior that might indicate an eating disorder?

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