The COVID-19 pandemic increased eating disorders among young people – but the signs aren’t what parents might expect Posted byJulia F. Taylor November 2, 2021 Leave a comment on The COVID-19 pandemic increased eating disorders among young people – but the signs aren’t what parents might expect Boys, LGBTQ youth and people with normal body mass index are often overlooked when it comes to recognizing eating disorders, a physician and psychotherapist explain.