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Understanding Your Child’s Eating Disorder (Video)
An eating disorder affects the way people think about food and eating. This leads to behaviors that harm physical and mental health. Learn more in this video.
Understanding Your Child's Eating Disorder
Learn more about what an eating disorder is, how it's treated, and ways parents can support their child on the path to recovery.
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