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Follow on Google News | ‘There is no Such Thing as Size 0 (or 000),’ Says the National Eating Disorders AssociationClothing Retailer J. Crew Introduces Controversial XXX-Small Size to U.S. Marketplace
By: National Eating Disorders Association Commented Lynn Grefe, president and CEO of NEDA, “We are disappointed that J. Crew is competing in the race to achieve a new low in marketing which promotes poor self-esteem and dangerous weight-loss behaviors. The company’s new, 000 sizing will only triple the practice of unhealthy dieting in a society obsessed with skinny. Sadly, some of those vulnerable to eating disorders will compete to fit in this new ‘size.’ And, others will be subjected to even worse self-image challenges, because they can never achieve such an unrealistic goal naturally. “The National Eating Disorders Association would welcome the opportunity,” U.S. Statistics on Dieting Practices & Eating Disorders 20 million women and 10 million men suffer from a clinically significant eating disorder at some time in their life, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, or an eating disorder not otherwise specified (EDNOS) ● Four out of 10 Americans either suffered or have known someone who has suffered from an eating disorder ● By age 6, girls especially start to express concerns about their own weight or shape ● 40-60% of elementary school girls (ages 6-12) are concerned about their weight or about becoming too fat. This concern endures through life ● 46% of nine- to 11-year-olds are “sometimes” The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), headquartered in New York City, is the leading U.S. non-profit organization supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders. NEDA serves as a catalyst for prevention, cures and access to quality care. Each year, NEDA helps millions of people across the country find information and appropriate treatment resources through its toll-free, live helpline, its many outreach programs and website. NEDA advocates for advancements in the field and envisions a world without eating disorders. For Treatment Referrals, Contact NEDA’s Live Helpline: 800-931- Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. (EST) / Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (EST) Contacts: Greenleaf & Associates — 323-660-5800 Vicki Greenleaf — vicki@greenleafandassociates.com Kelly Williams — kelly@greenleafandassociates.com End
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