Over the past year, multiple children's hospitals say that they have seen a surge in eating disorder admissions. Providers say the pandemic was likely what triggered this, mostly among teens, and many parents are struggling to get them help. Michigan Radio's Kate Wells reports on what advice experts and parents who've been through this have for families.

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Kate Wells, reporter, Michigan Radio

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