Eating Disorders Online
There are two types of websites apparently on the internet with regards to eating disorders.
Firstly, there are the pro ana forums or the online communities that promote the idea that eating habits constitute a lifestyle choice. These are the sites that worry health researchers and parents of children with eating disorders. The concern is that eating disorders can pose a health challenge and that these sites are dangerous as they are instigating people on in their eating disorders.
The second type of websites are the ones that provide research and information for people. They warn of the health risks and dangers of carrying out an eating disorder too far. Here is an example of a site that provides training and workshop
http://eating-disorders.org.uk/index.htm
My site falls under the second type of websites.
Tags: Eating Disorders