Eating Disorder
What is an Eating Disorder?
Eating disorders are conditions characterized by unhealthy eating behaviors and preoccupation with body shape or weight. They significantly impact physical, emotional, and social health.
What Are the Symptoms of Eating Disorders?
Symptoms vary by type but affect eating patterns and self-perception.
Common signs include:
- Restricting food intake or skipping meals
- Binge eating large amounts in short time
- Purging through vomiting, laxatives, or excessive exercise
- Obsession with calories, diet, or appearance
- Fluctuations in weight
Emotional indicators include:
- Anxiety or depression
- Guilt or shame around eating
- Preoccupation with body image
- Social withdrawal
- Irritability around food
These behaviors often interfere with daily living and health.
How Do Eating Disorders Show Up in Different Ways?
They present uniquely across different types:
Anorexia Nervosa: Restriction, weight loss, fear of gaining weight
Bulimia Nervosa: Bingeing with compensatory behaviors
Binge-Eating Disorder: Recurrent binge eating without purging
ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder): Avoidance of foods based on sensory or fear reasons
Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorders (OSFED): Subclinical presentations
Eating disorders often coexist with anxiety, depression, or OCD, requiring a multidisciplinary approach.
Here’s where you can find the best Eating Disorder Expert in Juhu & Borivali, Mumbai:
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CritiCare Asia Multispeciality Hospital
Juhu, Gulmohar Road, Andheri, Mumbai
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Phoenix Multispeciality Hospital
Chikoowadi, Borivali West, Mumbai
