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Bulimia in young people can be difficult to spot. Whether you are trying to look out for yourself or somebody else, you might wonder if medical treatment is a good option for dealing with eating disorders like bulimia.
Medical treatment is available for people who are struggling with bulimia or anorexia. These are some of the signs of bulimia or other eating disorders you should look for.
Eating Larger Amounts of Food
Many people associate eating disorders with not eating much at all, but eating very large amounts could be a sign of a food binge. Somebody might say that they are full and then continue to eat, or they might continue to eat copious amounts of food.
Purging Behaviors
Purging is also a sign of an eating disorder. Often, a purging session follows a binge. Purging may involve vomiting or diarrhea with the use of other substances, including laxatives. This is often a process that follows eating a lot of food in an attempt to not take in calories.
Frequent Concern About Body Size & Shape
If you or somebody close to you is constantly talking about their own body, they may be exhibiting a sign of bulimia. Frequently talking about these concerns can be a sign that it is becoming a major preoccupation.
Feelings of Guilt or Shame
Feelings of guilt and shame are quite common in people with bulimia, even around issues that are not related to the body. In fact, feelings of guilt or shame surrounding unrelated topics can be a contributing factor to guilt, shame, and anxiety about food. This is why medical treatment is often accompanied by therapy as well.
Fear of Gaining Weight
Somebody with an eating disorder may express a serious fear of gaining weight. They may express that they are afraid of gaining what would be a healthy amount of weight, for example.
Excessive Exercise or Activity
In some cases, people exercise or participate in activities vigorously, perhaps in a way that is not healthy. Somebody who exercises two or more times each day or who expresses a fear of not being able to exercise may be exhibiting a need for medical treatment.
Medical treatment for eating disorders is available. Medical treatment addresses weight loss and gain, ensuring that you are as healthy as you can be during recovery. For more information on medical treatment available for eating disorders, contact a local medical professional.
Share14 April 2021
