Teen Eating Disorders: Three Things You Need To Know

A recent study of teen eating disorders among adolescents reveals a pervasive problem that includes both teen girls and boys. This segment covers the basics you need to know about identifying a teen with an legitimate eating disorder and what to do about it. Allegra Broft, M.D., is Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at Columbia University, Research Psychiatrist at the Eating Disorders Research Unit of the New York State Psychiatric Institute, and a psychiatrist in private practice in New York City. Dr. Broft received her bachelor’s degree in biology at Yale University and her medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons.