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The mission of the Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants is to promote the professional and personal development of Minnesota PAs, through representation at the local, state, and national levels, advocacy, educational opportunities, and public relations, with the goal to promote quality, cost effective, accessible health care for every person.  

MAPA February 2019 PSA

Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are a diverse group of conditions that negatively impact your health, your emotions and your ability to function. The most common eating disorders are anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge-eating disorder.  Eating disorders are not a lifestyle choice but rather they are biologically-influenced medical illnesses which can be life threatening. Treatment requires specialized care. Minnesota is fortunate to have both the nationally known Emily Center as well as the Melrose Center available within the state.

For more information on these increasingly prevalent conditions MAPA recommends these resources:

• The Emily Program offers a free online screening tool
• National Institute of Mental Health
• The National Eating Disorder Association
• Psychcentral

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