• The burden on caregivers of people with eating disorders is high. Families experience similar levels of distress to those caring for someone with schizophrenia
• Early intervention improves the prospect of recovery and is essential for improving the chances of full recovery. One explanation may be that the effects of starvation on the developing brain, not complete until around 20, are particularly noxious
• A well-resourced and educated community can make a difference!

SOURCE: Academy of Eating Disorders (aedweb.org)