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Signs and Symptoms of Eating Disorders


The following signs and symptoms are specific to school settings. Eating disorders are marked by a variety of emotional, physical, and behavioral changes. If a student consistently shows one or more of the signs or symptoms listed below, it may be cause for concern and action.

Emotional Physical Behavioral
Changes in attitude and performance Suddent weight loss, gain, or fluctuation in short time Diets or chaotic food intake; pretends to eat, then throws away food; skips meals
Expresses body image complaints or concerns Dark circles under  eyes or bloodshot eyes/burst capillaries around eyes Exercises for long periods and with obsessive attitude; exercises excessively every day
Continuous talk about food, weight, shape, exercise, cooking, etc. Calluses on the knuckles from self-induced vomiting Wears very baggy clothes to hide a very thin body or weight gain
Seems or acts sad, depressed, anxious, ashamed, embarrassed, and/or worthless Dry hair or skin, dehydration, and/or blue hands/feet Avoids cafeteria and/or works through lunch
Target of body or weight bullying currently or in the past Feeling faint, cold, tired, or fatigued Shows some type of compulsive behavior; makes lists of foods and calories eaten
Spends a lot of time alone Thinning, dry hair Denies difficulty with food or body image despite evidence that this is an area of concern


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