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Eating Disorders

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Eating Disorders

Eating disorders include conditions like anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder. Symptoms may involve restrictive eating or bingeing behavior, purging or compensatory behavior, distorted body image and intense fear of weight gain, physical complications related to nutrition and health.

Early Signs

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Physical Signs

  • Noticeable weight changes (loss, gain, or fluctuations) unrelated to health needs
  • Frequent stomach pain, bloating, or digestive issues
  • Feeling cold all the time or experiencing dizziness
  • Thinning hair, brittle nails, or dry skin
  • Menstrual irregularities or loss of periods in women
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Behavioral Signs

  • Skipping meals or drastically reducing food portions
  • Following rigid or extreme dieting rules
  • Excessive exercise, even when sick or injured
  • Eating in secret or avoiding meals with others
  • Hiding or hoarding food
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Emotional and Mental Signs

  • Intense fear of weight gain or “feeling fat” regardless of body size
  • Constant preoccupation with calories, dieting, or weight
  • Feeling guilt or shame after eating
  • Mood swings, irritability, or withdrawal from social activities
  • Low self-esteem or feeling unworthy

How can we help?

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Therapeutic Support

We use evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and family-based therapy to address psychological and behavioral aspects.

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Medication Management

Medications may be prescribed to treat co-occurring anxiety, depression, or obsessive-compulsive symptoms.

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Support for different age groups

Support and education for families are vital to creating a positive recovery environment.

Eating Disorder Awareness

Understanding the Reality

Eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), affect people of all genders, ages, and body types. They impact both physical health such as heart health, digestion, and hormone balance and mental well-being.

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Why Early Recognition Matters

Early detection of warning signs such as obsessive thoughts about food, extreme dieting, frequent bingeing, or avoidance of eating in public—dramatically improves recovery outcomes. Education for families, friends, and communities helps ensure that people receive support before the disorder worsens.

Creating a Culture of Prevention

Schools, workplaces, and healthcare providers can play a role in prevention by promoting balanced eating, body positivity, and mental health awareness. Campaigns, support groups, and social media advocacy are powerful tools for normalizing conversations around eating disorders.

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