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    Eating disorders are characterized by abnormal eating habits and distress about body weight or shape, and include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and other specified feeding or eating disorder. People with anorexia see themselves as overweight even when underweight and severely restrict food intake, while those with bulimia engage in binge eating followed by purging. Binge eating disorder involves recurrent binge eating without purging. Eating disorders can have serious physical, emotional, and social consequences if not treated with a multidisciplinary approach involving medical, nutritional, and psychological support.

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    Eating disorders are characterized by abnormal eating habits and distress about body weight or shape, and include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and other specified feeding or eating disorder. People with anorexia see themselves as overweight even when underweight and severely restrict food intake, while those with bulimia engage in binge eating followed by purging. Binge eating disorder involves recurrent binge eating without purging. Eating disorders can have serious physical, emotional, and social consequences if not treated with a multidisciplinary approach involving medical, nutritional, and psychological support.

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    Eating disorders are characterized by abnormal eating habits and distress about body weight or shape, and include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and other specified feeding or eating disorder. People with anorexia see themselves as overweight even when underweight and severely restrict food intake, while those with bulimia engage in binge eating followed by purging. Binge eating disorder involves recurrent binge eating without purging. Eating disorders can have serious physical, emotional, and social consequences if not treated with a multidisciplinary approach involving medical, nutritional, and psychological support.

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    Eating disorders are characterized by abnormal eating habits and distress about body weight or shape, and include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and other specified feeding or eating disorder. People with anorexia see themselves as overweight even when underweight and severely restrict food intake, while those with bulimia engage in binge eating followed by purging. Binge eating disorder involves recurrent binge eating without purging. Eating disorders can have serious physical, emotional, and social consequences if not treated with a multidisciplinary approach involving medical, nutritional, and psychological support.

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    Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions characterized by abnormal eating

    habits and severe distress or concern about body weight or shape. They can affect people of
    all ages, genders, and backgrounds, although they are most commonly diagnosed in
    adolescents and young adults.
    There are several types of eating disorders, each with its own set of symptoms and behaviors:
     Anorexia Nervosa: People with anorexia nervosa typically see themselves as
    overweight, even when they are underweight. They restrict their food intake severely,
    often to the point of starvation, and may engage in excessive exercise. Other
    symptoms may include an intense fear of gaining weight, a distorted body image, and
    a preoccupation with food, calories, and nutrition.
     Bulimia Nervosa: Individuals with bulimia nervosa engage in episodes of binge
    eating, during which they consume large amounts of food in a short period and feel a
    lack of control over their eating. These episodes are followed by behaviors such as
    self-induced vomiting, misuse of laxatives or diuretics, fasting, or excessive exercise
    to compensate for the binge eating. Like anorexia, bulimia is often associated with a
    distorted body image and fear of weight gain.
     Binge Eating Disorder (BED): BED is characterized by recurrent episodes of binge
    eating without the compensatory behaviors seen in bulimia nervosa. People with BED
    feel a loss of control during these episodes and may experience feelings of guilt,
    shame, or distress afterward. They often eat rapidly, even when they're not hungry,
    and continue eating even when they're uncomfortably full.
     Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED): OSFED, previously known as
    Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (EDNOS), includes eating disorders that do
    not meet the specific criteria for anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or binge eating
    disorder. This category encompasses a range of disordered eating patterns and
    behaviors, such as atypical anorexia nervosa (where weight is not significantly low),
    purging disorder (engaging in purging behaviors without binge eating), and night
    eating syndrome.
    Eating disorders can have serious physical, emotional, and social consequences. They can
    lead to malnutrition, dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, gastrointestinal problems, heart
    issues, and other medical complications. Additionally, eating disorders often co-occur with
    other mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.
    Treatment for eating disorders typically involves a multidisciplinary approach, including
    medical management, nutritional counseling, psychotherapy, and, in some cases, medication.
    Early intervention is crucial for successful recovery, but many individuals with eating
    disorders may be hesitant to seek help due to feelings of shame, guilt, or denial. Therefore,
    raising awareness, reducing stigma, and providing access to compassionate, evidence-based
    care are essential in addressing eating disorders effectively.
    Overall, eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that require comprehensive
    treatment and support. With proper intervention, many individuals can achieve full recovery
    and develop a healthy relationship with food, body image, and self-esteem.

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