Essay Archive - Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders
In a society where thinness is equated with success and happiness, nearly every woman has suffered from issues of weight and self-image. With the pressure to be thin and have the so-called “perfect body”, women tend to become depressed and self-conscious of their bodies. In this country, dangerous fad diets are marked widely. Losing 5 or 10 pounds isn’t enough for most people so they push theirselves to lose more. The stresses and strain of life in our society put people at risk, especially those with self-esteem problems, fears of separation, and people who strive to be prefectionists. Wo....
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