August 21, 2009 in Women's Health by Dr. Peter
Women’s health & fitness guide
One of the most difficult things to do if you suspect a friend or relative has an eating disorder is to confront them with your concerns. The first instinct your friend or relative will probably feel is fear – fear that you saw through their defensive facade with food. Then, they will most likely go into denial mode and may be accusatory towards you with a “how dare you think such a thing” type of mentality.
Please know that if your loved one reacts in this manner, it is a typical defense mechanism that keeps the real psychological problems secreted away in the subconscious mind. Remember, your loved one is coping with huge emotional issues, so do not take it personally if they totally deny anything is wrong.
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August 20, 2009 in Women's Health by Dr. Peter
Women’s health & fitness guide
When treating eating disorders such as bulimia and anorexia, there are several aspects of treatment as they are complex disorders. Psychiatric counseling, nutrition counseling, and behavioral counseling are all part of the treatment plan for those suffering from eating disorders. However, the anti-depressant also plays a very important role in treating eating disorders like bulimia and anorexia.
Those diagnosed with eating disorders commonly have other psychiatric disorders, such as social phobia, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or depression. According to research, as many as 80 percent of those diagnosed with bulimia are also diagnosed with mood disorders.
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Tags: anorexia, anti-depressants, bulimia, eating disorders
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