What causes an eating disorder?
Eating disorders are not a choice and they are not about vanity. Risk comes from a mix of genetics, temperament (perfectionism, anxiety, rigidity), trauma, diet culture, sports or appearance pressure, and access to food or care.
Food is often the visible problem; feelings, trauma, and body safety are underneath. That is why VFED emphasizes a collaborative team — psychotherapy, nutrition, and medical care — rather than a single provider working alone.
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