Shehnaaz has always been open about her weight issues, for which she has blamed the entertainment industry saying “they only hire skinny girls”. New Delhi: During an appearance on a comedy show, Shehnaaz Gill she was asked about her body transformation, to which she said she was exhausted talking about it. “I’m tired of answering … Read more
Anorexia is an eating disorder primarily among adolescents who have a distorted perception of weight. New Delhi: Today’s world of social media, where everyone looks good and has a great body to show for it, has a high price paid by young people. The definition of beauty among young people is a lopsided mix of … Read more
Different psychiatric disorders often share the same genetic architecture, which may help explain why many people diagnosed with one psychiatric disorder will be diagnosed with another in their lifetime, new research suggests. The researchers conducted a genetic analysis of 11 major psychiatric disorders, including schizophrenia Y Bipolar disorder. “Our findings confirm that high comorbidity in … Read more
Melbourne mother Sarah has been supporting her 18-year-old daughter’s recovery from anorexia nervosa for the past seven years, with the help of Sarah’s father Glenn. Caring for Elise is a 24/7 job: Sarah constantly monitors her daughter, making sure she eats six meals a day, isn’t secretly exercising in her room or going for a … Read more
Disordered eating – 5 signs that normalize; breaking the habit for healthy eating Photo: iStock KEY POINTS Mental health problems that affect an individual’s eating behaviors are known as eating disorders. Since these problems are psychological, the diagnosis is often carried out until it is too late. Read on for some signs and symptoms of … Read more