How Can I Make Sure My Future Child Never Gets an Eating Disorder?

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I have hated my body since I was little and have developed a serious eating disorder over the years. I hear that it is hereditary and so I am terrified that my future child will also have one. Is there any way I can prevent this? I want children but I do not ever want them to go through this hell.

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Answer by Erik
i dont think you can its mostly on how they see themselves when they get older

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