What causes eating disorders? That’s not an easy question to answer. While authorities agree that the causes are complex, there does seem to be one common problem present at the onset of an eating disorder—a negative body image. Perhaps making sure that all people have a healthy body image would be an excellent first step in eating disorder prevention.

Analyze what might be done to help stop eating disorders before they start. To guide your thinking, read the information on the National Eating Disorders Association website and answer the questions that follow.