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Experts warn of ‘alarming’ coronavirus eating disorder trend – Yahoo Lifestyle Australia
Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness. Here’s why they’re spiking, and what we can do.
Experts are warning of an alarming uptick in serious mental illnesses in Aussies since the coronavirus hit our shores and its eating disorders that may be facing the most dangerous increase of all.
The Butterfly Foundation has reported a concerning increase in requests for support for eating disorders since states across the nation went into lockdown in March, sparking concern the lockdown is linked to an increase in eating disorders and disordered body image.
The coronavirus lockdown may have…
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