Eating Disorders: Recognition and Recovery

Characterized by body weight, restricted eating, an intense fear of either gaining weight or losing, fear of gaining weight, and a distorted body image.

If you or someone you know is in danger, seek emergency care immediately. Having a crisis plan Involves cycles of binge or eating disorder, forced vomiting followed by purging through vomiting, excessive exercise, severe dehydration, or the use of large amounts of food or laxatives.

This is marked by regular episodes of large amounts of food, binge eating without subsequent purging, and eating behaviors leading to feelings of guilt, extreme fear, and shame.

This includes other eating disorders that do not meet the criteria for the above categories but still significantly affect mental health issues and well-being.

Our treatment commences with a thorough assessment to understand the individual’s medical history, psychological state, and specific needs. This helps us develop a personalized treatment plan.

Proper medical care is essential, especially for individuals with serious health consequences or severe physical health complications. Our medical team monitors and manages these issues while nutritional counseling with a nutritionist helps develop a healthy eating plan for restoring physical and mental health.

Therapy is one of the main components of the treatment of eating disorders. We use different therapeutic approaches, such as:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors related to their food intake and body image.
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Emphasis is on emotion regulation, mindfulness, and building healthy coping mechanisms.
• Family-based therapy (FBT): Involves family members in the treatment process, providing support and creating a healthier home environment.

We incorporate holistic therapies to address the mind-body connection and promote overall well-being. These include yoga, meditation, art, cognitive, and equine therapy.

Connecting with others who understand the challenges of people with eating disorders can be incredibly beneficial. Our support groups provide a safe space to share experiences and gain strength from the community.

Education on nutrition, healthy weight loss, body image, and healthy coping strategies is fundamental for recovery from substance abuse. We also offer life skills training to help them learn to handle stress and emotions better.

Recovery from an eating disorder is a long-term process, and the risk of relapse is always present. We arm our clients with strategies to identify early signs of relapse and learn to manage their triggers effectively. Ongoing support and follow-up care are essential components of our program.

Treatment does not end upon completion; support beyond treatment is vital to recovery. We provide continued therapy sessions, family therapy, support groups, and resources that ensure individuals and treatment outcomes remain on track.