Why are anorexia and bulimia numbers increasing?

Oct 29, 2026, 10:00 PM3 min

A new study looking at anorexia and bulimia has found cases have increased 71 per cent around the world since 1990. And unfortunately, Australia has the highest rate of cases, and that number is expected to continue to grow.

A new study looking at anorexia and bulimia has found cases have increased 71 per cent around the world since 1990.
And unfortunately, Australia has the highest rate of cases, and that number is expected to continue to grow. 

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