Tag: Minority Stress
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Why LGBTQIA+ People Are More Affected by Eating Disorders: Causes, Risks, and Help
Beyond a stereotype: recognizing the true scope of eating disorders When people picture someone with an eating disorder, a thin, teenage girl with anorexia nervosa often comes to mind. This stereotype obscures the reality: eating disorders affect people of all genders, ages, and sexual orientations, including many within the LGBTQIA+ community. Emerging research shows that…
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Why Eating Disorders Are More Common in LGBTQIA+ Communities
Understanding the higher risk of eating disorders in LGBTQIA+ communities Eating disorders do not discriminate, but research shows that LGBTQIA+ people are at greater risk for developing conditions like anorexia nervosa, bulimia, and binge-eating disorder than their heterosexual and cisgender peers. This higher prevalence is not about a single factor; it reflects intersecting social pressures,…
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LGBTQIA+ Eating Disorders: Why Vulnerability Exists
Understanding the heightened risk of eating disorders in LGBTQIA+ communities Eating disorders (EDs) are complex mental health conditions influenced by biology, psychology, and social environment. For LGBTQIA+ people, the risk appears higher across many groups and genders, not just in one narrowly defined demographic. Understanding the unique stressors, cultural pressures, and barriers to care helps…