Eating Disorders Surge Among Aussie Kids

0:00It's March 7, here's your cine news in two minutes. Eating disorders are surging among children in Australia, with cases hitting record highs. Experts from the Butterfly Foundation report a sharp increase in primary school kids showing signs like eight-year-olds taping their tummies flat. Principles note disordered eating emerging as young as year five students. Schools are reaching out more than ever for help on body image issues. At Girl Schools it's about distorted self views from constant screen exposure. Boys schools see rising gym obsessions, protein shakes, and muscle goals, all fueled by unreal online bodies. A recent study shows 27% of cases now involve 10 to 19-year-olds, up 86% since 2012. Post-pandemic, body positivity faded into praise for extreme thinness, fitness trends, and weight loss drugs pushed on social media. Some kids avoiding this content give bombarded by algorithms and celebrity changes, confusing young minds.

1:00A 16-year-old survivor spent a month hospitalized after her disorder spiraled at age 12, warning how phones may comparison inescapable. Experts urge school prevention programs and more support for teachers. As severe cases intend to 12-year-olds, climb with no matching resources. It's a tough time for teens amid influencers and AI standards. Well thanks to our sponsor for supporting this episode. You know what is better than earbuds and bed? No earbuds at all. Go L.I. solelypillow.com