Body Image, Eating, And Control: How Teen Eating Disorders Can Sneak Up On Families
Teen eating disorders often grow quietly inside anxiety, perfectionism, and the need to feel in control. At Adolescent Wellness Academy (AWA), Dr. Maria Mejia, PhD, LMFT, explains why teens may struggle to open up one on one, how school stress and social pressure can hide warning signs, and what families commonly miss until symptoms feel severe. You will also learn how trauma can show up as mood shifts and behavior changes, and how AWA uses structured care and peer support to help teens stabilize again.