Eating disorders and disordered eating can impact people of any age, gender, socioeconomic group, culture, ethnicity, body shape, and size. Here are some common types:

• Anorexia Nervosa: Individuals severely restrict their food intake, leading to extreme weight loss. They often have an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image.
• Bulimia Nervosa: People with bulimia eat large amounts of food in a limited time (binge eating) and then engage in compensatory behaviours like vomiting or excessive exercise (purging).
• Binge Eating Disorder (BED): BED involves eating large amounts of food rapidly, secretly, and until uncomfortably full, despite not feeling hungry.
• Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID): ARFID is characterized by selective eating, avoiding certain foods due to sensory issues, fear of choking, or other reasons.
• Pica: Pica involves eating non-food items (e.g., dirt, paper, chalk) persistently.
• Rumination Disorder: Individuals regurgitate food, re-chew it, and either swallow it again or spit it out.

Remember, early intervention and treatment are crucial for recovery. If you or someone you know is struggling, seek professional help.