Self-Harm Among Teens with Eating Disorders: A Closer Look

Eating disorders and self-harm without suicidal intent often start during teenage years. When these issues happen together, it can lead to more severe symptoms and a higher risk of suicide. This study looks into how common self-harm is among young people who have eating disorders. Researchers combined data from many studies to find out the lifetime prevalence of self-harm among youth with eating disorders. They discovered that a significant number of these teens have hurt themselves at some point in their lives. This finding highlights the importance of recognizing self-harm as a potential problem in those dealing with eating disorders. It's crucial to understand that self-harm and eating disorders often go hand in hand, and both can have serious consequences. By knowing more about this connection, we can better support young people who are struggling with these issues.