Katelyn Marken
ENGL 101
Debra Hunking, Instuctor
November 29, 2016
Is Media to Blame for Eating Disorders?
"International estimates suggest that anorexia nervosa has an annual incidence of 8:1 per 100,000 population..." (Morris, Simpson, and Voy 45-53). Anorexia and bulimia are the two main types of eating disorders, and usually the most common. If not dealt with and treated, eating disorders can be damaging to health and in some instances, lead to death. Eating disorders aren 't a new problem, but they are becoming more acceptable to talk and more people are coming forward to admit they have one. These disorders are also becoming more popular in other countries which have more access to Internet and TV. One thing that is considered a contributor …show more content…
Merriam-Webster defines anorexia as a serious physical and emotional illness in which an abnormal fear of being fat leads to very poor eating habits and dangerous weight loss. They also define bulimia as a serious physical and emotional illness in which people and especially young women eat large amounts of food and then cause themselves to vomit in order to not gain weight. The two are very different but are both dangerous to a person’s health because they lose key nutrients. Both of these major eating disorders can be deadly if not treated in a timely manner. …show more content…
There are many different opinions on what works best. The most important thing everyone agrees on is the sooner treatment starts, the better. Anorexia has a high mortality rate. The longer the disorder progresses, the more health problems arise. It’s important that those receiving help for their disorder have a strong support system to help with the recovery. If they have someone to turn to, they are much more likely to speak up if they feel they are going to relapse or need more help. It’s important to try to change the way bodies are shown in media so everyone can feel beautiful in the skin they are in, as a way to minimize this
ENGL 101
Debra Hunking, Instuctor
November 29, 2016
Is Media to Blame for Eating Disorders?
"International estimates suggest that anorexia nervosa has an annual incidence of 8:1 per 100,000 population..." (Morris, Simpson, and Voy 45-53). Anorexia and bulimia are the two main types of eating disorders, and usually the most common. If not dealt with and treated, eating disorders can be damaging to health and in some instances, lead to death. Eating disorders aren 't a new problem, but they are becoming more acceptable to talk and more people are coming forward to admit they have one. These disorders are also becoming more popular in other countries which have more access to Internet and TV. One thing that is considered a contributor …show more content…
Merriam-Webster defines anorexia as a serious physical and emotional illness in which an abnormal fear of being fat leads to very poor eating habits and dangerous weight loss. They also define bulimia as a serious physical and emotional illness in which people and especially young women eat large amounts of food and then cause themselves to vomit in order to not gain weight. The two are very different but are both dangerous to a person’s health because they lose key nutrients. Both of these major eating disorders can be deadly if not treated in a timely manner. …show more content…
There are many different opinions on what works best. The most important thing everyone agrees on is the sooner treatment starts, the better. Anorexia has a high mortality rate. The longer the disorder progresses, the more health problems arise. It’s important that those receiving help for their disorder have a strong support system to help with the recovery. If they have someone to turn to, they are much more likely to speak up if they feel they are going to relapse or need more help. It’s important to try to change the way bodies are shown in media so everyone can feel beautiful in the skin they are in, as a way to minimize this