Blog post #1: Introduction of eating disorders
Eating disorder explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kt1p2gLug60
Dictionary definition: “any of a range of mental conditions in which there is a persistent disturbance of eating behavior and impairment of physical or mental health”.
How to prevent eating disorders
- Safe environment
- Focus on healthy habits
- Create a school environment where all students of all body sizes feel safe and welcome.
- Address healthy habits, not weight.
- Discuss media literacy, use of enhanced images.
- Incorporate eating disorder education into health education classes.
- Use a health promotion approach
- focusing on building self-esteem
- positive body image
- a balanced approach to nutrition and physical activity.
Why did I choose this topic?
- I chose this topic because its a very common, negative thing that happens within college students. I also chose this topic because I feel that I sometimes relate to some of the points above. I try to stay active, for example go to the gym and stay doing a sport. Also having a healthy diet, for example what I do is no soda and no fast food which has made me feel so much better on the inside and out. But at the end of the day of being active and eating healthy I still look in the mirror and wish I was how I used to be. But I understand that it wont be like that because I know I’m growing everyday and do workout at the gym a lot which is gaining muscle and it does show on my body. I think this topic is very important because I also believe this can lead to mental health issues as well. Luckily for me, this does not get to me like others. I also chose this topic because I don’t want people to be afraid to talk about things their going through. Eating disorders are serious and can do damage. Always ask for help. I hope my blogs are informative. Enjoy!