Eating Behavior Disorders

Eating Behavior Disorders: Understanding and Acting

Eating disorders (EDBs) represent a major public health issue. These disorders, mainly affecting adolescents and young adults, can have serious repercussions on physical and psychological health.

What is an Eating Disorder?

EDs are characterized by a significant disruption of the relationship with food, leading to harmful consequences both physically and psychosocially. They mainly include anorexia nervosa, bulimia and binge eating disorder.

Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia nervosa is manifested by severe food restriction, intense fear of gaining weight and altered perception of the body. It can present in two forms: restrictive and purgative, the latter including behaviors such as self-induced vomiting.

Bulimia Nervosa

Bulimia nervosa is characterized by bouts of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors, such as vomiting, to prevent weight gain.

Binge eating disorder

In binge eating disorder, we observe episodes of excessive food ingestion without associated compensatory behaviors.

Identification and Warning Signs of Eating Behavior Disorders

EDs can manifest themselves in subtle ways. Signs to watch for include weight loss, changes in eating behaviors, self-induced vomiting, and physical hyperactivity. Lack of menstruation can also be an indicator in women.

Consequences of TCA – Physical and Psychological Impact

TCAs can lead to serious consequences, such as malnutrition, metabolic disorders, and cardiovascular problems. Psychologically, they can cause food and body obsessions, low self-esteem, and depressive disorders.

Management of EDs – a multidisciplinary therapeutic approach

Treatment of EDs requires a multidisciplinary approach, involving psychiatrists, general practitioners, nutritionists, and sometimes family therapists. Treatment includes renutrition, psychotherapy, and interventions targeted on self-esteem and interpersonal relationships.

Role of the Entourage and Family Therapy

Those around you play a crucial role in the management of EDs. Family therapy can be beneficial, as well as support groups to inform and support affected families.

TCAs are complex disorders requiring special attention and appropriate management. Awareness, early detection, and a comprehensive therapeutic approach are essential to help affected individuals regain nutritional and emotional balance.

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