Eating Disorders

Quite Often in todays society , eating disorders are viewed as things that only the poor , ballerina girl with the perfectionist father and the ovrbearing mother have . But the truth is , eating disorders can arise in anyone , both male and female , in any situation . These eating disorders are commonly defines as anorexia nervosa , bulimia nervosa , and binge eating disorder . These eating disorders are unhealthy habits formed from issues with control and self discipline , and often have underlying causes such as anxiety , depression , bipolar disorder , schizophrenia , ad split personality disorder .

So what exactly is anorexia nervosa ? Anorexia nervosa is when a person becomes afraid of getting fat and restricts calories and food . Common signs of anorexia nervosa are :

*extreme weightloss

*complains of being cold all the time

*brittle skin

*grows soft , fuzzy lanugo hair all over their body

*wears overlarge clothing

*hair loss

*works out even when sick or injured

*excessively tired or lethargic

*has a hard time focusing

*constantly talks about weight or food

* has mood swings

Now when people think about anorexia nervosa they also think about bulimia nervosa , yet they are not the same . People with bulimia nervosa believe they are fat but lack the self control to restrict foods , so they eat in excess then make themselves vomit or use laxatives/diuretics to rid themselves of the food . Common signs of bulimia nervosa are :

*rapid weightloss or gain

*growing lanugo all over body

*hides food

*takes walks or goes to the bathroom after meals

*has cuts or scratches on knuckles

*has swollen , chipmunk-like cheeks

A third eating disorder , not often recognized , but closely related to bulimia nervosa , is binge eating disorder . Anyone with binge eating disorder lacks the self control to maintain a normal, healthy weight , and overindulges in food . Common signs of binge eating disorder are :

*often overweight

*hides food

*has a low self esteem

Now it is very important to know that eating disorders are potentially life threatening if left unresolved by professional help . If you or someone you know has one of these eating disorders , you must tell someone IMMEDIATELY . We , here at Pass The Help want you to know that we hope you understand to love your body and take care of it the righ way . Pass The Help .