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FFOODSSpectrum October 2022
What's Feeding Eating Disorder Epidemic?
Although there has been a constant surge in the rate of eating disorders (EDs) across India, there is surprisingly
very little scholarly literature available about it, within the country, as the area remains significantly under researched and poorly reported. The small amount of existing data, recorded mostly by psychiatrists, is further impaired by two factors: it is neither based on substantial nationwide surveys on the issue, nor does it involve a credible official body for data-gathering. Moreover, the differences between cultures and psychology in Eastern and Western countries, further exaggerates the variations in diagnosing and
managing ED, making the issue more complex. Let's explore the reach and impact of this disorder and how it's being addressed.
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