Teen eating disorders increase suicide risk

(Springer) Is binge eating a tell-tale sign of suicidal thoughts? According to a new study of African American girls published in Springer's journal Prevention Science, those who experience depressive and anxious symptoms are often dissatisfied with their bodies and more likely to display binge eating behaviors. These behaviors put them at higher risk for turning their emotions inward, in other words, displaying internalizing symptoms such as suicide.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-07/s-ted072213.php

Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science - July 22, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news