“I can’t eat that, I am too afraid of weight gain”. A fear response at the thought of eating, during eating and after eating can keep an eating disorder going. The anxiety experienced can lead to ongoing compensatory behaviours – restriction, purging and exercise. For a person without an eating disorder, the brain will respond…
Details“I can’t eat that, I am too afraid of weight gain”. A fear response at the thought of eating, during eating and after eating can keep an eating disorder going. The anxiety experienced can lead to ongoing compensatory behaviours – restriction, purging and exercise. For a person without an eating disorder, the brain will respond…
DetailsIn the intricate tapestry of healthcare, some threads are woven more closely together than we might think. Take the relationship between ADHD and eating disorders, for example. It’s a connection that might not be immediately apparent, but it’s one that holds important insights for both individuals and their healthcare providers. Let’s delve into this interplay…
DetailsThe latest Bulletin published by the National Eating Disorders Collaboration (NEDC) makes reference to a review in 2013 that 97% of general health clinicians interviewed had little or no training in the field of eating disorders. The NEDC Bulleting goes on to raise the alarm that “clinicians who practice beyond their level of competence (in…
DetailsIf you’ve found yourself worrying about your relationship with food or feeling uneasy about your body, you’re not alone. Recent statistics indicate that eating disorders are on the rise in Australia, affecting people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. But here’s the thing: understanding what’s going on and knowing that help is available can make…
DetailsSiblings are intuitive. They know when their sibling is acting different. Eating disorders will not only interfere on your sick child’s adolescence, but it will interfere on their siblings as well. At the onset of an eating disorder diagnosis, there will be many appointments. Health professionals that may be involved in your child’s care include…
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