Picky eating in early childhood is far more common—and potentially more consequential—than many parents realize, according to new research. A large international study analyzing data from more than 35 ...

Socioeconomic deprivation in childhood is linked to increased adolescent eating disorder symptoms, including disordered eating, body dissatisfaction, and weight and shape concerns. Financial hardship ...

Weight-related peer teasing is a strong predictor of disordered eating behaviors in adolescents, particularly those at higher genetic risk, new research shows. Focusing on teenagers, the Flinders ...