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How do middle age adults end up developing an eating disorder?

I have a relative (No it's not me! Really) who is trying to develop an eating disorder, Namely, Anorexia? I found out by one of the sites she visited online. She has never been overweight. She exercises and is outgoing and fun.
When I asked her why she was looking at the "Anna and Mia" sites she became angry and told me it was none of my business. I have noticed she has put on a little weight and tried to get back on to a diet. I told her I would run with her, but she is very distant.
My question is WHY would an adult, who has never had a weight issue take such drastic measures to develop an eating disorder.
I have heard her in the bathroom purging. I have also noticed she reads EVERY label.
If there are any adults with onset eating disorders that started as an adult, please offer some answers
Thanks in advance.

I don't know :(
And i feel bad for you and for her.
But tbh, I thought its more likely for teens to get it...

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