Eating Disorder Collection

Singer and television personality Lena Zavaroni dancing in the Italia Conti Dancing school studio with other dancers. Landor Road, London. 12th June 1979

Lena Zavaroni Pop Singer at the Italia Conti Dancing school, Landor Road, London. 12th June 1979

The Fear
Axel K. Schoeps

Fat and Lean - Daniel Lambert contrasted with a thin woman seated on his knee
3106941 Fat and Lean - Daniel Lambert contrasted with a thin woman seated on his knee, 1806 (engraving) by Williams, C. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lena Zavaroni sitting in whicker chair, wearing a white jump suit, aged 22. December 1985

Eating disorder, conceptual artwork

Illustration of family sitting at table serving evening meal as daughter refuses to eat

A NY Theatrical Group
New York, New York: c. 1930. A theatrical group performing in NY city

Anorexia, conceptual artwork
Anorexia. Conceptual artwork of a stylised figure looking at its distorted reflection in a full-length mirror. This represents the distorted perceptions thought to be one cause of body image issues

Artwork of an anorexic woman looking in a mirror
Anorexia nervosa. Artwork of a woman with anorexia nervosa looking at herself in the mirror. Anorexia nervosa, or " slimmers disease" is an eating disorder characterized by intense fear of

Lettuce leaves on a plate. The extremely small portion size here could indicate dieting, fast weight loss, or an eating disorder such as anorexia nervosa

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"Eating Disorder: The Silent Battle Within" In the bustling halls of the prestigious Italia Conti Dancing school on Landor Road, London, a young and talented pop singer named Lena Zavaroni once graced the stage. Her captivating performances mesmerized audiences, but behind her radiant smile hid a deep struggle with an eating disorder. As we envision Lena Zavaroni dancing gracefully in her white jumpsuit at just 22 years old in December 1985, it becomes evident that appearances can be deceiving. The contrast between Daniel Lambert's larger frame and a thin woman seated on his knee reminds us of society's obsession with body image. Sitting delicately in a wicker chair, Lena battled "The Fear" that consumed her every waking moment. It was this fear that led to her debilitating eating disorder – an issue often misunderstood and overlooked by many. Through conceptual artwork depicting families serving evening meals while their daughter refuses to eat, we are confronted with the harsh reality faced by countless individuals struggling silently with their relationship with food. Even within the glamorous world of entertainment, such battles persist. Beyond the glitz and glamour lies another side to New York's theatrical groups – one plagued by eating disorders. These artistic souls find solace on stage but battle demons offstage as they navigate through distorted perceptions of self-worth. Artwork showcasing both the cardiovascular system and anorexia serve as poignant reminders of how these disorders impact not only physical health but also mental well-being. They shed light on the dangerous consequences when our bodies become battlegrounds for control over what we consume. An illustration capturing an anorexic woman gazing into a mirror reflects society's relentless pressure to conform to unrealistic beauty standards. It serves as a powerful symbol urging us all to challenge these damaging norms and embrace diversity instead. Let us remember that behind every smile or seemingly perfect exterior may lie someone fighting against their own mind.