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A new study shows the number of websites promoting eating disorders is on the rise.
These so called “pro ana”, “pro-mia” and “pro-ed” sites often encourage sufferers and offer tips for losing weight. The sites also provide an accepting place where people with an ED can get encouragement and inspiration to further their eating disorder.
While an accepting and encouraging community is great in most circumstances, these online forums provide dangerous advice that is both physically and mentally damaging. This can range from tips on suppressing appetite and avoiding food to posting pictures of overly skinny women as inspiration or goals. Read the full blog here.
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