The Canadian Press highlighted a UBC study which found that eating disorders are on the rise for young lesbian and bisexual girls, while such behaviours are declining among their straight peers.
The researchers looked at a survey of 26,000 students in grades nine to 12 in Massachusetts.
Lead author Ryan Watson, a postdoctoral fellow at UBC’s school of nursing, said the results suggest that sexual-minority kids need specialized programs. Senior author and UBC nursing professor Elizabeth Saewyc added that better supports will help these youth develop healthy eating habits and a positive body image.
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