Bullying is linked to eating disorders
A recent report featured on BBC News has suggested that half of young people suffering with eating disorders believe their illness was caused by bullying.
Researchers interviewed more than 600 16-25 year gold’s suffering from anorexia, bulimia or over eating. Of those questioned, 91% said they had experienced bullying with 46% of them believing that bullying had been a contributing factor to their eating disorder.
New’s Beat, the flagship News programme for BBC Radio 1, were the first to tackle the claims and have reported receiving a record number of e-mails, texts and phone calls from people who believe their illnesses are linked to bullying.
The government claims to be cracking down on bullying and insists that it understands the impact that it can have on the self-esteem, confidence and mental health of young people.
If you or someone you know is suffering from an eating disorder or is the victim of bullying and would like to talk to a counsellor then please visit the homepage of this site where you will be able to contact a professional in your area.