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Eating disorders are real, complicated, and horrible conditions that have extreme consequences for life in general, including productivity, family matters, and relationships. Anorexia nervosa is a serious, potentially life-threatening problem that affect a person’s health on multiple levels. People who struggle with this problem absolutely need to seek professional aid. The earlier a person with an eating disorder seeks treatment, the greater the chances of that person's recovery. Number Six: The Third Most Common Chronic Illness Among Adolescents The fact that it's usually younger people dealing with this issue just makes the problem even more tragic. If you notice a friend that seems to be showing signs of this sickness, it's important

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