Is there a risk of pushing a child from obesity to eating disorders?

Yes there is a risk when handling your child who may be obese or even an over eater. 

If you suspect your child is struggling with food, talk to your child’s medical provider. Be sure to know what the issues are both from a medical AND mental health perspective. Address all issues as early as possible. Eating patterns are much easier to change the younger the child. Some of the issues can be from genetics (family obesity) or learned coping skills for emotions.

Despite if your child is eating to handle emotions or battling genetics. Their relationship with food and the clarity you as a parent have will guide your entire family to better physical and emotional health.