Sunday 30 April 2017
Eating Disorders
Sunday 30 April 2017
Eating disorders are the branch that overarches anorexia, bulimia and binge
eating disorder.
There is nothing that is a clear cause of an eating disorder, which can
make things harder for friends and family to understand. Eating disorders are
serious and people with this disorder need support and care to get the right
help and get well again.
Symptoms to look for if you are concerned someone has an eating disorder
include:
- · Isolation from others.
- · Secret eating and purging through laxatives or vomiting.
- · Spending long amounts of time on the toilet, specifically after meals.
- · Strenuous exercise routine, even when injured or unwell.
- · Severe weight changes.
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These are just some of the signs someone has an eating
disorder. If you suspect a loved one has an
eating disorder, let them know that you are worried and that you care
about them.
Encourage them to see
their doctor or school counsellor, but don’t force them to (unless they are
significantly underweight and their health it at risk).
Treatment Options
Therapy: therapy can address the emotional needs of your thinking, behaviours,
relationships and environment. You will be speaking with a trained specialist
and they can help you get through this time.
Medication: Although there is no medication that can directly treat an
eating disorder, there are medications that can help with related issues.
You can find other treatment options here.
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