2. Did you know…

3. In the United States 30 million people suffer from an eating disorder

4. And did you know…

5. 15 – 20 % of eating disorders are seen in males

6. But did you know…

7. 42% of men with an eating disorder identify as gay Even though gay men make up only 5% of the male population

8. This overrepresentation can be the result of the emphasis on body image in gay culture

9. Gay men are more likely to sexually objectify their bodies than heterosexual men and lesbian women

10. And internalized homophobia may constitute for low self-esteem associated with an eating disorder

11. 56% of homosexual men say they are dissatisfied with their bodies

12. What can we do?

13. More research to identify the differences in eating disorders between men and women

14. And treatment options designed specifically for men in this culture

15. Clinicians need to learn to recognize the signs

16. And we need to recognize the signs

17. Within ourselves And within each other

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