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Problem eating behaviour now hitting young and often

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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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By Amelia Dunn, Fatemeh Hashemi

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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