Triggers of Disordered Eating

The interplay of genetics and environment plays a crucial role in the development of disordered eating, with early dieting behaviors and childhood anxiety being significant triggers. Parents often unintentionally influence their children’s body image through their own attitudes towards dieting and self-perception. Media trends, such as body shaming and the assumption that larger bodies equate to poor health, further exacerbate these issues, leading to harmful societal messages.