Diagnosis and Management of Eating Disorders in Adolescents and Young Adults.

Eating disorders (EDs) are characterized by persistent disturbance of eating behavior that impairs health or psychosocial functioning. ED can persist for decades resulting in substantial burdens and psychosocial impairments. An increased prevalence of anorexia nervosa was noted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite a worsening trend in risky eating behavior among US college students, only 22% of colleges report offering year-round ED screening opportunities with 45% offering ED screenings once per year or semester. Furthermore, 20% or less of those who screened positive, received treatment.