home

Eating disorders, such as, Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa, are issues that affect teens not only physically, but also psychologically. Eating disorders are serious conditions that occur when people become overly concerned about eating and becoming fat. Eating disorders can be genetic, but in most cases, they are caused from other psychological problems, as well as influences from culture and the media.
 * Why is this issue important?**

Eating disorders are most common among teens. 95% of people that suffer with eating disorders are between the ages of 12 and 25, and eating disorders are the third most common chronic illness among teens (South Carolina Department of Health).
 * How common is this issue among teens?**

Northwest High School is affected directly by eating disorders. Eating disorders cause people to become malnourished which causes cognitive functions to slow. Students suffering with eating disorders are not able to learn and stay focused in the same way that healthy students can.
 * How does it impact the lives of teens at Northwest High School?**