Readers will gain an understanding of the role of peers and media, and approaches to prevent these influences from having a negative effect on body image.

Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses that are associated with considerable psychological impairment and distress.

Anorexia nervosa is associated with a range of serious physical and emotional consequences, hence early intervention is critical in order to reach full recovery.

This chapter will provide an overview of bulimia nervosa and other binge eating disorders in adolescents, signs to help recognise these disorders, and what to do for support.