Archives: 2008 January

As with all other diseases and conditions, a good prevention is better than any treatment. Luckily, avoiding the development of an eating disorder is not that difficult if you can organize yourself relatively well and it’s definitely easier to handle than the treatment that would follow if you actually developed it. Take note that eating […]

It is estimated that 1.1% to 4.2% of females suffer from bulimia sometime during their life.
There are a number of symptoms such as:
- Inappropriate behaviour to compensate the prevention of weight gain, for example self induced vomiting, abuse of diuretics, enemas, laxatives and other medications, fasting and excessive exercise.
- Recurrent episodes of binge […]

Eating disorders can be extremely damaging to a person, both mentally and physically. Those with eating disorders such as bulimia often face problems with low self esteem and a poor self image, and it can be tough to talk to them about their problem without making them feel even worse about themselves. It’s important to […]

Laxative abuse is a common symptom of some kinds of eating disorders. It is a serious problem that can result in devastating health complications and several elevated health risks. Extended abuse of laxatives can even result in death. What is laxative abuse? Laxative abuse refers to the sustained use of laxatives by individuals who are […]

Eating disorders present a special challenge for physicians and psychologists because they are complex disorders with a number of possible causes. One potential impetus for the development of eating disorders that many psychologists have identified has to do with body image. The better you feel about your body, psychologists tell us, the better your overall […]

When it comes to having an eating disorder, the problem can be very difficult to face up to. Many feel that they aren’t ready to involve themselves in a treatment program, and while professional treatment is recommended, if you simply cannot commit yet, there are some things that you can try on your own in […]

Eating disorders are a serious problem that is permeating our culture more and more. While poor body image is one of the precursors to the disorders, some feel that the media places unrealistic expectations when it comes to beauty in our world, and that is why many suffer from the disorders. In this article, we’ll […]

The holiday season can be difficult for all of us, but it can be especially tough on people who are dealing with eating disorders. The stress and bustle of the holiday season can be especially hard on people who are battling an eating disorder. Shopping, family visits, and the prominence of food can make it […]

Bulimia is one of the most common and widely spread eating disorders, although most statistics revolving these conditions are extremely inaccurate on the number of bulimia sufferers. The reason for this is that a lot of people suffering from bulimia are ashamed to admit they have this eating disorder, or even worse, they simply don’t […]

Bulimia is an eating disorder that is becoming more and more present in civilized culture. The media often portrays unrealistic images of beauty, causing many to struggle to reach a perfection that is often unattainable. Bulimics suffer in both the mind and the body, and the depression and poor self-image that one with the disorder […]