Eating Disorders
Anorexia, binge eating, bulimiathese are all eating disorders. Women are more likely than men to develop an eating disorder; very often, it starts in the teen years. If you know someone with an eating disorder, encourage them to get helpas the disorder can cause serious physical problems, even be life-threatening. Depression and anxiety might be part of the picture as well. Be hopefulas psychotherapy, nutrition counseling, and medication treatment can help.
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- Q What are the symptoms of an eating disorder?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyThese are some of the classic signs of eating disorders. Any of them sound familiar? preoccupation with appearance, body shape, or weight, with the preoccupation getting in the way of daily life consistent sadness, frustration, or anger... Full Answer
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- Q What is binge-eating disorder?
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Binge eating or compulsive overeating may affect almost as many men as women. In the past, these individuals were sometimes described as "food addicts." They overeat (binge eat) but do not regularly try to get rid of the food immediately by throwing up... Full Answer
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- Q Is the use of laxatives for weight loss classified as an eating disorder?
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Tennie McCarty, Addiction MedicineThe use of laxatives for weight loss is a form of bulimia, which is classified as an eating disorder. In this video, addiction specialist Tennie McCarty explains how laxative abuse falls under the category of bulimia. Full Answer
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- Q Is overeating an addiction?
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Addiction may be too strong of a word when it comes to overeating. However, overeating can definitely be a bad habit that leads to many chronic diseases. We all over eat on occasion but people who continually over eat may do so for a number of reasons.... Full Answer
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- Q Can a person die from binge eating?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyBinge eaters face long-term health risks, but their bodies can also suddenly simply give out. In this video, Dr. Oz shows disturbing autopsy photos that illustrate the deadly effect of a food binge. Full Answer
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- Q What are the health consequences of binge eating disorder?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyNot only do the excessive calories from binge eating make you gain weight, the sheer volume of the food can also wreak havoc on your stomach and intestines, and cause your body to stop working. Binge eating has been known to cause high blood... Full Answer
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- Q How is binge eating disorder treated?
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A number of treatment options exist to address both the symptoms and causes of binge-eating disorder. Possible treatments include psychotherapy, drugs, behavioral therapy, and self-help techniques. A qualified medical professional can work with you to... Full Answer
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- Q How can I prevent my child from developing eating disorders?
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Dr. Michele Borba, PsychologyIf you have the slightest suspicion that your child may have an eating disorder, do not wait. The earlier treatment begins the greater the likelihood that your child will recover or at least make significant progress. Here are a few evidence-based... Full Answer
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- Q Should I be worried about my child and eating disorders?
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If you can answer yes to any of the following questions, your child may be at risk for eating disorders. Is your child an adolescent female? Is your child part of a group that stresses dieting or weight loss? Did you ever or have your other children... Full Answer
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- Q When are children likely to develop eating disorders?
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Eating disorders peak during puberty and the late teen/young adult years, but symptoms can occur earlier. The vast majority of sufferers are teen girls and young women, though adolescents and boys can get caught up in it. Denial is common in parents as... Full Answer
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