Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses where people misuse food to try to cope with difficult feelings and situations. It’s not surprising that for many people who have eating disorders or could develop them, the anxiety and stress of the pandemic and recent years has made things harder. The sooner someone gets the support they need, the more chance they have of getting better. The first changes you might notice probably won’t be physical, but to do with how they feel and act. Here are some things to think about if you’re worried about your child.