Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that involve an intense focus on food, body shape and weight as a way to manage difficult emotions and situations. Despite their different symptoms and patterns, all eating disorders share a common thread: a need to control food to cope with emotional distress.
These conditions can cause significant psychological and physical harm, leading to intense distress and having the highest mortality rate of any mental health disorder.
Common types of eating disorders include:
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If left untreated, anorexia nervosa can severely damage both mental and physical health due to malnutrition and excessive dieting. In severe cases, it can lead to organ failure and even death.
Bulimia Nervosa can have damaging physical effects as well, including tooth enamel erosion, gastrointestinal issues, dehydration, acid reflux and tooth decay. Those with bulimia also have a higher risk of heart attack and stroke.
Avoidant/Restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is most commonly observed in infants and children, although it can persist in adulthood if left untreated.
Some of the symptoms include:
Binge Eating Disorder (BED) shares some symptoms with bulimia nervosa, particularly episodes of binge eating.
Those with BED may:
However, an important distinction from bulimia nervosa is that binging episodes are not followed by purging or other compensatory behaviours.
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There is no shame in asking for help. If you find that any of the signs above resonate with you, it might be time to talk to a mental health professional. As with any health condition, seeking help is essential if your symptoms interfere with your daily life.
Some signs that you need to seek help for an eating disorder include:
At Dr Jo Gee Psychotherapy, we provide evidence-based treatment for eating disorders and work with you every step of the way. We offer online psychotherapy for eating disorders and CBT for eating disorders in Guildford, Surrey.
Our team of experts is dedicated to providing effective support throughout your recovery process.
Our standard approach to treating eating disorders is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Some of the benefits of using CBT for eating disorders include:
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