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Problem eating behaviour now hitting young and often

social media study suggests influences attitude towards eating
Instagram and snapshot are said to be the most influential in young adults Source: SBS

A new study shows high numbers of teenagers have negative thoughts about weight gain and are taking rather dramatic action to control it. Analysts say they are concerned problematic eating behaviours at a young age are increasingly leading to eating disorders years later.


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By Abby Dinham, Amelia Dunn

Presented by Maridel Martinez

Source: SBS



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A new study shows high numbers of teenagers have negative thoughts about weight gain and are taking rather dramatic action to control it. Analysts say they are concerned problematic eating behaviours at a young age are increasingly leading to eating disorders years later.



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