Anorexia and bulimia are really complex disorders that stems from much
more than just weight preoccupation. There are usually under lying issues that
need to be resolved. The food is often just how the problem manifests itself
(Levenkron, 164). People will develop eating disorders when they feel they need
control. Controlling the body can seem like the ultimate control to the anorexic
(Robbins, 33). Families with eating disorders often have dependency patterns
that are unhealthy (Robbins, 33). It isn't uncommon for a eating disorder victim to
have suffered from sexual assault, perfectionism, identity conflicts, or trouble
communicating (Robbins, 34). A young girl might become anorexic when she hits
puberty, while trying to keep her body child like. Fear of womanhood, and
maturation are common. The loss of periods and breast often fuel the obsession
(Levenkron, 174).
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