Bulimia nervosa is a serious eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating, followed by compensatory behaviors. These behaviors are often done in secret and are aimed at preventing weight gain. The condition can have severe physical and emotional consequences. If you or someone you know is struggling with bulimia nervosa, treatment is available. Learn more about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for bulimia nervosa in our blog post.
oin a support group – by sharing experiences within a group you can learn new ways of coping Read – study the subject. We can suggest books that you might find helpful Don’t focus on food, talk about other things Don’t put the blame on the sufferer – this only makes things worse Use “I” […]
Should I talk to a therapist or doctor? What will the doctor do? What will the therapist do? What’s the difference between a counsellor, therapist, psychologist and psychotherapist? Should I talk to a therapist or doctor? You can start with either but at some stage you should talk to both. While an eating disorder is
Helping someone with an eating disorder can be very difficult. Below are a number of things that can make the process easier for the both of you. Be patient. Recovery from an eating disorder can be a long process. Do not expect overnight recovery even if the person is seeing a counsellor or attending a
An eating disorder is more than just losing or gaining weight; it’s about the thoughts and feelings that are going on inside your head. Below are some lists of the different signs that may indicate you have an eating disorder. There are a number of different types of eating disorders, so signs will differ for
What to do when you think someone has an eating disorder It always helps to know the warning signs of an eating disorder. guilt and shame about eating low self-esteem need for perfection extreme concern about appearances, both physical and behavioural preoccupation with food and weight (counting calories, excessive dieting) significant reduction in eating coupled
One of the most common problems associated with bulimia is tooth decay and dentists are often the first people to question the individual about their eating habits. When people vomit and stomach acid attacks the enamel of the tooth.