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Epidemiological data from European countries indicate that in the female population the lifetime prevalence is reported to be < 1–4% for anorexia and < 1–2% for bulimia respectively. Research conducted in the community shows that only 17–31% of people with diagnosable eating disorders seek specific treatment. This situation creates the need to look for risk factors and preventive methods aimed at preventing the development of disorders in high-risk groups. There is a lack of reliable publications on preventive methods used in Poland and their effectiveness, while effective prevention has a chance not only to reduce the incidence of eating disorders but also the incidence of other comorbid mental problems. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]