- Maybe you’re not sure if you have a problem
- Hear from others who are feeling the way you’re feeling
- Learn the basics about eating disorders
- Find out if or when you should see a doctor
- Understand your risk factors
- How to take preventative measures
Begin Exploring Signs and Symptoms
Do I have an eating disorder?
Eating disorders have a range of complex attributing factors. They can be biological, psychological and cultural. In addition, new research is suggesting genetic correlations to eating disorders.
What are some causes and symptoms of eating disorders?
Genetics and psychological conditions are the two primary root causes of eating disorders. Research shows that people with a close relative who has an eating disorder are nearly 60 percent more likely to develop an eating disorder of their own.
What are the risks associated with eating disorders?
It’s important to detect signs and symptoms of eating disorders early to prevent any long term complications. Without treatment eating disorders can be extremely disruptive to your life and can even be fatal.
Helping Strategies
How can I prevent an eating disorder?
It’s important to have a positive relationship with food and a healthy body image. Although eating disorders involve serious conditions requiring professional help, there are many ways in fact to reduce the risk of serious health issues.
Are there any helping strategies for eating disorders?
Removing stress and staying active can be extremely helpful. Yoga and meditation are great ways to deal with stress as well as staying active to give you better mental clarity. Here are more methods that you can start with now.
When should I seek treatment for an eating disorder?
It’s important to seek help right away when you start to question if you may or may not have an eating disorder. It may take some time to recognize your eating disorder so it’s vital to seek treatment when it’s detected to prevent any serious complications.
Investigate Eating Disorder
Helping Strategies
There is such a wide variety of treatment options due to the complexity of eating disorders and related mental health conditions.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Somatic Experiencing (SE)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
Understand Your Treatment Options
How are eating disorders diagnosed?
If you or your healthcare provider suspect you may have an eating disorder, you may be referred to an eating disorder treatment center. The diagnosis usually consists of a physical and psychological examination.
What treatment options are available for eating disorders?
Treatment options can vary depending on the severity of your eating disorder and what you feel the most comfortable with. In many cases, treatment options consist of general therapy, group/family therapy, nutritional education, and exercise.
What can I expect when starting?
The first step will be an assessment that will gauge the level treatment that will be the most beneficial to your recovery. Prepare questions and concerns you may have about eating disorders or the recovery process. Here’s a further look at what you can expect.
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