Recent research has focused on the assumption and stereotype that eating disorders in men are most commonly associated with homosexuality. Eating disorders are more prevalent in gay and bisexual men than in heterosexual men, (Feldman & Meyer, 2007). Their emphasis on physical attractiveness is a contributing factor when compared to straight men ideals. Eating disorder symptoms were closely examined and there was found to be an increase of 10 times greater in more gay and bisexual men than with heterosexual men (Strong, Williamson, Netemeyer, & Geer, 2000). Although few studies have been conducted in figuring out the influence of sexual orientation on males with eating disorders, there is evidence of men that refer to themselves as “feminine”
