She recommends pediatricians learn to ask the right questions to ferret out a possible eating disorder. Complaints of an upset stomach might reveal forced vomiting. I'm a believer in involuntary treatment if that's all you can do. But it's easier when they're a child and their parents have a say. I'm a firm believer there is life after an eating disorder.
Treatment is really important.
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