[Eating disorders]

Eating disorders (EDs) are very frequent and are increasing since the Covid-19 pandemic. They include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, avoidance and restriction disorders and their subsyndromic forms. EDs affect people of all ages, they generate somatic, psychiatric and social complications. Early diagnosis and appropriate care can considerably improve the prognosis. Unfortunately, these disorders steel underdiagnosed and the specialized care pathway available are not well known. After describing eating disorders, the article outlines elements for identification and initial assessment, and discusses the main lines of treatment, which must be multidisciplinary, coordinated, gradual and tailored to each individual.