New research by the University of Western Sydney suggests that eating disorders are much more common among First Australians compared to non-indigenous Australians.
The research shows that 27 per cent of Indigenous adults have an eating disorder, compared to 16 per cent of non-Indigenous adults.
There’s a similar story when it comes to young people. Research shows that 28 per cent of Indigenous high schoolers have an eating disorder, compared to nearly 22 per cent of other Australian teens.
We discuss these findings with Dr Adam Burt, who is the lead author of the research and a proud member of the Wiradjuri people from Central New South Wales.
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