The first prevention begins at home. Children's follow what their elders do. So the elderly people should be very careful about their attitudes and food habits. Children should not be criticized about their size and shape. Children's should be given adequate knowledge about proper nutrition. It will be a fine family project. They should also be teached how to take care about their bodies by regular exercise, food, and safety of drugs. Parents should immediately consult pediatrician if they see any kind of disorders among their child.

A child can develop eating disorders if there is emotional, physical or other kinds of abuses occurs in the family. At that moment parents would be going through a very critical time wherein they started neglecting the child, this situation can also lead to eating disorders. Schools can also play a big role by teaching the children's about the benefits of healthy food and also that weight is not a matter. Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge-eating disorder are the three most common teen eating disorders. Early diagnosis and fast treatment is very essential for favorable results. The best possible treatment for these disorders include mental health professionals, dieticians and family and group therapy.