Axis Parent's Guide: A Parent's Guide to Teens & Eating Disorders (PDF)

Eating disorders are on the rise. We not only need to understand the culture around them but also how to have conversations about them and where to go when our teens need help. This guide gives you a starting point to talk with your teen about eating disorders from a mental, physical, and spiritual understanding. Eating disorders are a complex problem but it's important to have the conversation about them.Disclaimer: Information contained in this resource is intended only to increase knowledge and provide faith-based encouragement to users on the subjects of eating disorders, mental health, and other related issues. Axis and David C Cook do not intend to offer medical advice or treatment of any kind. The resources we offer are intended as tools only, the use and results of which should be confirmed by a qualified healthcare professional. This information is not a replacement for diagnosis or treatment by a qualified healthcare professional. Axis and David C Cook cannot be held responsible for actions taken without professional medical guidance. Parent Guides are your one-stop shop for biblical guidance on teen culture, trends, and struggles. In 15 pages or fewer, each guide tackles issues your teens are facing right now—things like doubts, the latest apps and video games, mental health, technological pitfalls, and more. Using Scripture as their backbone, these Parent Guides offer compassionate insight to teens' world, thoughts, and feelings, as well as discussion questions and practical advice for impactful discipleship.