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Student Counseling Services

Body Image and Eating Disorders

To live with a body image or eating problem often means to live in a isolated prison of negative thoughts where phrases such as:

  • “You’re too fat!”
  • “You’re too scrawny”
  • “Your (fill in body part) is too big/small!”
  • “You’re ugly!”

If you have thoughts similar to the ones listed or know of someone who does, please know you are not alone. Many males and females struggle with body image and eating concerns. 

The Web sites below offer advice including ways to combat the negative thoughts, tips on helping a friend, and places to turn to for help. Also, consider taking the free, anonymous eating disorder screening. If you have any questions about the results from the screening or information you find on the Web sites, please contact Student Counseling Services at 438-3655.

The Eating Disorder Network, a resource for Illinois State students, is a collaborative group of health professionals across campus who have come together to offer services for treating and preventing eating disorders.

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