There are a variety of mental illnesses that people struggle with. Some of the most common ones are depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. However, not many people understand how to properly identify a person who is suffering from an eating disorder.
How do I Tell?
People with eating disorders often conceal the problem for fear of being stigmatized or blamed. According to research, the chance of being diagnosed with an eating disorder is about four times greater for girls than boys. For that reason, it is a good idea to be honest with your friends, family, and doctor. This is even more important if you are having trouble controlling your eating. There are different types of eating disorders, but one of the most common is bulimia nervosa. To check if you have this problem, you should look for the following signs:
– Excessive exercise
– Staying away from food
– Fearing that you will become overweight
– Obsessing over food
– Thinning body hair
– Inability to maintain normal weight
– Feeling constantly hungry
– Vomiting or purging of food
– Binge eating
– Repeated episodes of binge eating followed by purging
– Dieting to control weight
– Rapid weight loss
– Symptoms that are worse in your teen years, especially in your early 20s
How To Deal With Your Peers?
It’s not your fault, but you might be mistaken for an anorexic. With more and more teens turning to diets and exercise regimes to fit a certain body type, it can be really hard to tell what you are experiencing is an eating disorder, and what you are going through is normal teenage behaviour. Trying to deal with friends, family, or peers who think you’re anorexic is tough. However, there are some things you can do to make yourself stand out from others.
What Else Can I Do?
If you are concerned that your child may have an eating disorder, it’s important to take steps to address the issue. But, it can be difficult to tell if your child has a problem. You may notice that your child appears to have a smaller appetite than normal, or becomes very hungry very suddenly. You may also notice your child has a history of skipping meals, overeating, or losing weight.
How to Help Friends Who Have Eating Disorders
What is an eating disorder? An eating disorder is a medical problem that occurs when a person has severe concerns about their eating habits or if their body weight is out of control. An eating disorder isn’t a sign of a personality flaw or emotional problem. Some of the most common eating disorders are anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder. Anorexia is when a person has an unreasonable fear of gaining weight. They may not eat at all or severely limit their food intake to a very small portion. Bulimia is when a person has a fear of gaining weight. They may binge and purge by throwing up or taking laxatives. This may be repeated many times a day. Binge-eating disorder occurs when a person eats a lot of food in a short amount of time. This may lead to feelings of guilt and shame.
What If It’s Not Lying?
That’s right, what if it’s not lying? If you suspect that a friend or family member has an eating disorder, one of the first things you need to do is sit them down for a conversation. You can say, “Hey, I really think you have an eating disorder. I’ve noticed some things that have worried me lately and I wanted to talk to you about it.” If they react with denial or anger, it may mean that they’re either hiding something or their denial is not helping them to deal with the situation. Once you have their attention, you can explain the signs that worry you. This could be a lot of things, including weight loss, extreme dieting, increased binge eating, problems controlling urges, and mood swings. You should be specific. Describe the time of day and location where you saw the signs. Perhaps they could change their diet, go to a doctor, or ask a close friend to help them. And remember, you’re not a liar. Your friend is the one who could be denying and lying, not you.
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