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Eating disorders anorexia and bulimia are preventable disorders. This entry discusses the several ways through which eating disorders can be prevented especially within the family.

Proper information dissemination on anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder as well as their ill-effects is a good way of preventing any of these diseases from developing especially among teenagers who are at a crucial point in their lives. Information dissemination may be done in schools and in workplaces by health professionals such as nurses and nutritionists.

Parents can help prevent eating disorders among their children by being role models in the family. Studies reveal that most teems with eating disorders have parents who are also suffering from either anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa. By setting a good and healthy attitude toward food, children will less likely be prone to eating disorders. Also, it is important to note that children need acceptance and affirmation for who they are. It is important that parents let their children understand that it’s okay to gain weight especially during puberty.

In most instances, an eating disorder is usually a result of poor self-image and low self-esteem. Parents can protect their children from any of these eating disorders by proving positive feedback on their children. It is good to encourage children to feel good and have fun regardless of weight.  Doing so will lift the spirits of the children and will divert their attention from thinking too much about their weight.