Eating disorders, for teens, are oftentimes go unnoticed. For female identifying individuals, the development of serious diet habits (that should be a source of concern) are often written off as silly diet fads. While for young men, the idea of sharing mental health struggles, let alone struggles with an eating disorder, are rarely ever mentioned over the fear of being perceived weak. And most dangerously, marginalized communities, like those in the LGBTQIA+, Black, and Hispanic communities, find it harder to share their stories over the fear of being overlooked, unheard, and unnoticed.

But while teens across the board from all groups alike struggle to find support as they face a struggle uniquely challenging to their generation, it’s disheartening to see older generations neglecting to step in and offer a helping hand.