- They don’t like the food’s smell, taste, color, or texture.
- They are scared that they will choke on food.
How Can Parents Intervene
Parents need to bring their children to the pediatrician should they observe signs of eating disorders in them. This is because an eating disorder is a serious mental health issue that needs medical attention.
Furthermore, unmanaged eating disorders in children can negatively impact the child’s physical, intellectual and emotional health. For instance, anorexia can lead to heart problems like arrhythmias and low blood pressure. On the other hand, kids with bulimia may have low self-esteem and later have thoughts of hurting themselves.
Key Takeaways
Eating disorders in children are serious mental health issues that need medical intervention. When unaddressed, it can lead to various physical and emotional complications.
While there’s still no way to prevent eating disorders, early diagnosis and management can significantly reduce the severity of symptoms.
Learn more about Behavioral and Developmental Disorders here.
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