Posted in February 2026

The Hidden Cost of Perfection: What Every Educator & Parent Should Know About Eating Disorders in High Performers

The Hidden Cost of Perfection: What Every Educator & Parent Should Know About Eating Disorders in High Performers

| Excerpt from article published on McGraw Hill’s Inspired Ideas for National Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2026 From the outside, I was the student every school celebrates. Disciplined, motivated, reliable. I followed rules, met expectations, and exceeded them whenever possible. Teachers praised my work ethic. No one worried about me because I gave them no reason … Continue reading