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Tuesday, November 29, 2005 8:51 AM
posted by Michael Mason

The Frightening Trend of Anorexia

MSNBC recently released a story called "Fighting Anorexia: No One to Blame" which demonstrates a disturbing new trend--anorexia is striking victims at earlier ages, with some patients entering a treatment program at only 8 or 9 years of age.

The current trends in anorexia suggest that the disease may have a more biological basis than originally thought. Anorexia is culturally viewed as a disease the strikes young white women from wealthy families, but anorexia is now rising among males, minorities, and women.

How can parent help diminish the chances of anorexia? The article states that having family dinners together--instead of fast food in the back of the SUV--may be a key factor in lowering the risk for anorexia in children.

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Rolf B. Gainer, Ph.D., Diplomate ABDA, is the Chief Executive Office at Brookhaven Hospital and the Vice President of Rehabilitation Institutes of America. Dr. Gainer has been involved in the design and operation of treatment programs since 1977.

Stephen Harnish, MD is the Medical Director of Brookhaven Hospital. Dr. Harnish is a member of the American Psychiatric Association and is well known in Oklahoma for his informative radio and television appearances.

Aric Thorpe, MHR, is Brookhaven Hospital's Pastoral Liaison Representative. He conducts the quarterly Minister's Lifeline series and provides mental health information to pastors and clergy.

Sarah McGee, BA, serves as the Community Education Provider for Brookhaven Hospital. She provides information on mental health and drug and alcohol treatment to healthcare professionals in Oklahoma and surrounding states.

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