400,000 in Spain Battle Eating Disorders: A Growing Crisis Among Youth

Spain observes World Day for Eating Disorders Action amid rising concerns. On June 2nd, 2025, Antena 3 Noticias released a report highlighting the significant number of individuals in Spain affected by eating disorders, a problem that is increasingly impacting younger generations. The report cites figures from the Spanish Association for the Study of TCAs, indicating that approximately 400,000 people in Spain suffer from some form of eating disorder. One interviewee, Elena, described her experience with anorexia, stating, "I had anorexia from 16 to 18 years old; I even weighed 44 kilos." Another interviewee, Irene, shared how her eating disorder developed during a stressful period of her life, revealing, "Irene is 25 and started restricting food when preparing for a competitive exam." Experts interviewed emphasized the importance of recognizing that eating disorders aren't limited to a specific demographic, affecting people of all genders and ages. The report concludes with a call for greater awareness and understanding to combat the stigma surrounding these disorders and to provide support for those affected.