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Putting support in place early for young people with eating disorders
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Putting support in place early for young people with eating disorders
Wednesday 10 November 2021, 12:15 AM

Concerns are often raised by parents or flatmates, who may have noticed changes in behaviour such as unwillingness to socialise or eat meals together [Image by Spencer Davis on Unsplash]
Specialist GP Cathy Stephenson explains that the sooner eating issues are picked up and support put in place, the less entrenched the behaviours will be and the better the long-term prognosis
Key points, Young people with eating disorders aren’t always easy to spot, but looking for red flags can help, as can the HEEADSSS assessment and SCOFF screening , Pract Green w Pale Yellow
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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