What are common questions about eating disorders?

• What is an eating disorder?
• How common are eating disorders?
• What is the difference between anorexia nervosa and bulimia?
• What causes an eating disorder?
• Are certain personality traits more common in individuals with eating disorders?

What questions can you ask about eating disorders?

• Do you overeat until you feel sick?
• Do you feel guilt or remorse when you eat?
• Are you afraid of being overweight?
• Do you feel like food controls your life?
• Do you isolate yourself so you can eat?
• Do you have a history of dieting?
• Do you avoid eating when you’re hungry?
• Do you weigh yourself once a day?

What are the 2 main causes of anorexia?

A person with anorexia is more likely to come from a family with a history of certain health problems. These include weight problems, physical illness, and mental health problems. Mental health problems may include depression and substance abuse.

What are 3 complications of anorexia?

• Anemia.
• Heart problems, such as mitral valve prolapse, abnormal heart rhythms or heart failure.
• Bone loss (osteoporosis), increasing the risk of fractures.
• Loss of muscle.
• In females, absence of a period.
• In males, decreased testosterone.
• Gastrointestinal problems, such as constipation, bloating or nausea.

How Do You Talk to an anorexic patient?

1. Pick a good time.
2. Explain why you are concerned.
3. Be prepared for denial and resistance.
4. Ask them if they have a desire to change.
5. Be patient and supportive.

Why are people with anorexia unlikely asking for help?

Why are people with anorexia unlikely to ask for help? Health risks include starving to death. People with anorexia don’t ask for help because they deny that there is a problem.

What questions should I ask about food?

• What is your favorite food?
• Which foods taste bad to you?
• Is your country famous for any foods?
• What are the staple foods of your region?
• Who usually does the food shopping in your household?
• Have you tried growing your own food?

How do I tell someone I have ED?

1. “I have something to tell you…”
2. “I’m afraid your feelings about me will change.”
3. “I worry you’re not going to get it.”
4. “I’m afraid I’ll be too much for you.”
5. “Please don’t give me any advice.”
6. “Here’s how to help me.”
7. “I am going to get past this.”

What questions should I ask a treatment provider?

• What is your experience and how long have you been treating eating disorders?
• How are you licensed?
• How would you describe your treatment style?
• What is your appointment availability?
• Do you stay up to date on the latest research and treatment recommendations for eating disorders?

Can anorexia be fully cured?

Many Patients with Anorexia Nervosa Get Better, But Complete Recovery Elusive to Most. Three in four patients with anorexia nervosa – including many with challenging illness – make a partial recovery. But just 21 percent make a full recovery, a milestone that is most likely to signal permanent remission.

Who is most affected by anorexia nervosa?

Anorexia is more common among girls and women than boys and men. Anorexia is also more common among girls and younger women than older women. On average, girls develop anorexia at 16 or 17. Teen girls between 13 and 19 and young women in their early 20s are most at risk.

What is the most successful treatment for anorexia?

1. In the majority of clinical trials, Enhanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT-E) has been shown to be the most effective treatment for adult anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder. Enhanced CBT (CBT-E) was designed specifically for eating disorders.

What are some risk factors of anorexia?

These include a family history of anorexia nervosa,1-3 obesity,4 eating and weight concerns,5 affective disorder,1,6-12 substance abuse,9-11,13 and obsessive-compulsive disorder11,12,14; a history of exposure to adverse events and circumstances15-18; and the presence of certain traits such as perfectionism, …

Can I have anorexia if I’m not underweight?

A person does not need to be underweight to have anorexia. Larger-bodied individuals can also have anorexia. However, they may be less likely to be diagnosed due to cultural stigma against fat and obesity. In addition, someone can be underweight without having anorexia.

What are three long-term effects of anorexia?

• Bone weakening (osteoporosis).
• Anemia.
• Seizures.
• Thyroid problems.
• Lack of vitamins and minerals.
• Low potassium levels in the blood.
• Decrease in white blood cells.
• Amenorrhea (absence of menstruation in females).

How do you help someone who won t eat?

Telling them you care about them, and that you’re there to help, is the most effective way of showing your support. Give them space to talk about how they’re feeling and what’s going on for them. Don’t get frustrated or annoyed by the person’s eating habits or try to force them to eat.

What should you not say to someone with Ed?

Some common phrases to avoid include: Comments on how “healthy” someone looks — “You look so healthy!” or “You look unhealthy” “No one likes the look of skin and bones” “You don’t look like you have an eating disorder” “I hate how my legs look”

How do you comfort a friend with Ed?

1. “I know this is difficult, but I am proud of you.”
2. “You are worth more than your eating disorder.”
3. “I might not understand, but if you need someone to talk to I will help as much as I can.”
4. “Let’s do ____ together.”
5. “I trust/believe you.”

Is depression a symptom of anorexia?

For those suffering from anorexia, the undernourishment in the body cause changes in the brain, often causing a negative shift in mood which leads to depression. Additionally, negative body image and low self-esteem can stir feelings of anxiety and depression.

How does stigma affect people with eating disorders?

Stigma inhibits one’s ability to seek help and interact with family, friends, or co-workers, and inevitably, leads to additional physical and mental health problems. Eating disorders and other mental health struggles are frequently shrouded in secrecy and shame.

What impact do you think stigma has on people who have an eating disorder?

Additionally, the experience of stigma can lead people with mental disorders to self-stigmatize; many consider themselves weak and incompetent, experience low self-efficacy and low self-esteem, and do not pursue work or other independent-living goals [19].

What questions should I ask in 20 questions?

• Have You Ever Dine And Dashed At A Restaurant?
• Would You Rather Have Endless Money Or Endless Love?
• Have You Ever Been In A Car Crash — And It Was Your Fault?
• If You Could Star In A Movie, What Movie Would It Be?
• What Is Your Most Frequently Used Emoji?
• What Was The Last Thing You Stole Or Shoplifted?

What are some good questions to ask people?

• Who is your hero?
• If you could live anywhere, where would it be?
• What is your biggest fear?
• What is your favorite family vacation?
• What would you change about yourself if you could?
• What really makes you angry?

What are good this or that questions?

• Work vacation or work-free holiday?
• Cronuts or Croffles?
• Beach-side resort or hill-side cottage.
• TV series or movies?
• Arctic or Tropical?
• Croffle or Charcoal ice cream?
• Matching or mismatched socks?
• Take out or dine out?

What questions should I ask a rehab facility?

• Does the facility specialize in rehabilitation?
• What are the staff’s qualifications?
• Is there a “continuum of care?”
• What is the average length of stay?
• How many hours of therapy a day will there be?
• What should your parent bring?