📷 Youth Eating Disorders

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 For many young people, eating disorders are not just about food or  appearance — they are silent cries for help, shaped by trauma, emotional  pain, or a deep need to feel in control.

We understand that eating disorders often stem  from abuse, neglect, bullying, abandonment, or a distorted sense of  self-worth. These conditions affect the body, mind, and soul — and  without intervention, they can become life-threatening.

We respond with compassion, truth, and faith, walking alongside youth as they rediscover their identity, purpose, and value.

Common Youth Eating Disorders:

Anorexia Nervosa – extreme restriction of food intake and fear of gaining weight

Bulimia Nervosa – cycles of binge eating followed by purging

Binge Eating Disorder (BED) – frequent overeating without purging, often in secret

ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) – severe food avoidance unrelated to body image

Warning Signs to Watch For:

• Obsessive focus on body weight, food, or calories

• Skipping meals or hiding food

• Rapid weight loss or gain

• Preoccupation with perfection or control

• Depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem

• Isolation during mealtimes or social withdrawal

How KC Grace Foundation Supports Recovery:

• Trauma-informed mentorship that prioritizes trust and dignity
• Partnerships with eating disorder counselors and support programs
• Faith-based encouragement focused on self-worth and identity in Christ
• Support for parents and caregivers navigating complex emotions
• Safe spaces for youth to speak, be heard, and be accepted without judgment
• Ongoing emotional, spiritual, and practical resources

We are helping youth replace shame with healing,  control with confidence, and fear with faith. Because every child  deserves to feel whole — in body, mind, and spirit.

“You are altogether beautiful, my darling; there is no flaw in you.” – Song of Solomon 4:7