For many parents, when a child admits she struggles with an eating disorder, the first reaction is fear. Eating disorders are serious. Some people's health, and very lives, are put at risk because of eating disorders. If your child comes to you, what's your next step?

"Often, as a clinical psychologist, I work hand-in-hand with both a physician and a dietician, and your daughter's first step is to be medially evaluated to determine the cause of her weight loss."

Be supportive of you daughter. Be willing to get her some psychological help as well. Learn how you can help online.

Posted By: Lori S