Eating Disorders
The average U.S. woman is 5’4” and weighs 140. The average U.S. model is 5’11” and weighs 117.
A story of recovery and bravery
Survivor Rosalie Yan suffered from eating disorders for years ... until she found the strength to seek help.... More
From Illness to Activist
An estimated 8 million Americans have an eating disorder. 95% are between the ages of 12 and 25! A recovering anorexic shares her story with Do Something.... More
11 Facts about Eating Disorders
Five to ten million Americans have eating disorders. ... More
Background on Eating Disorders
An eating disorder is marked by extremes, whether it is reduction of food intake, extreme overeating, or feelings of extreme distress or concern about body weight or shape.... More
Eating Disorder Stories
Eating disorders affect over five million people in the U.S., and more than 10% of those diagnosed with anorexia nervosa will die from the disease. Seeking to put a human face on these sobering statistics, acclaimed photographer Lauren Greenfield went inside a Florida treatment center to tell the stories of four women who are literally dying to be thin. The devastating HBO documentary THIN reveals what she found there - and explores the issues underlying their illness.