More Children Suffering from Eating Disorders

The video discusses the alarming rise of eating disorders among young children, highlighting the case of Joanna Harrison, who struggled with anorexia from a young age. It presents NHS statistics showing a significant number of children under 16 being treated for eating disorders, with some as young as five. The video explores societal pressures, such as media influence, that contribute to body image issues in children. It also addresses psychological factors and the government's promise to expand psychological support for affected children.

At what age did Joanna Harrison begin to experience issues with food?

• Seven

• Eighteen

• Five

• Thirteen

How many children under the age of 16 have been treated for eating disorders in the past three years according to the NHS Trust?

• Around 2100

• Around 1500

• Around 1000

• Around 2500

What is a common reason children develop eating disorders, as discussed in the video?

• To improve their athletic performance

• To control an aspect of their lives

• To follow a family tradition

• To gain weight

What is one of the dangers associated with being particularly thin, as mentioned in the video?

• Improved mental health

• Better social acceptance

• Increased energy levels

• Severe emaciation leading to hospitalization

What is the government promising to do to help children with eating disorders?

• Ban junk food advertisements

• Provide free meals

• Expand children's psychological services

• Increase physical education classes