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Could my mom pass down an eating disorder to my sisters and i?
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Possibly: There are some genetic linkage indicators, but also you have had the behavior(s) modeled for you through your childhood. Best to self-educate so you can have the insight to avoid predisposing behaviors. Also consulting a qulaified therapist who deals with eating disorders can help "put more tools in your toolbox" to deal with the risk.
Answered 2/10/2013
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