Eating Disorders

Mental Health Disorders We Provide Mental Health Treatment For

Eating disorders are serious and often fatal illnesses associated with severe disturbances in people’s eating behaviors and related thoughts and emotions. At St. Mary’s Wellness Center, we offer comprehensive treatment plans designed to help individuals overcome eating disorders and regain a healthy relationship with food and their bodies.

What are Eating Disorders?

Eating disorders involve extreme emotions, attitudes, and behaviors surrounding weight and food issues. They are serious emotional and physical problems that can have lifethreatening consequences for both females and males. The most common forms are Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder.

Causes and Risk Factors

Eating disorders are complex conditions that arise from a combination of long-standing behavioral, biological, emotional, psychological, interpersonal, and social factors. While eating disorders may begin with preoccupations with food and weight, they are most often about much more than food. Risk factors include:

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Symptoms

Symptoms of eating disorders vary depending on the specific type of disorder but generally include:

Preoccupation with weight, food, calories, and dieting
Extreme concern with body size and shape
Regular intake of large amounts of food associated with a loss of control (Binge Eating)
Regular use of inappropriate compensatory behaviors such as vomiting, misuse of laxatives, fasting, excessive exercise (Bulimia Nervosa)
Extreme restriction of food intake leading to significantly low body weight (Anorexia Nervosa)

Treatment Options at St. Mary's Wellness Center

Effective treatment for eating disorders generally involves a combination of psychological and nutritional counseling, along with medical and psychiatric monitoring. Treatments at St.Mary’s include:

Individual Therapy: Techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) help address distorted body image and unhealthy behavior patterns.
Group Therapy: Offers a community of support and helps alleviate feelings of isolation associated with eating disorders.
Nutritional Counseling: Dietitians are involved to ensure that patients receive balanced diets that promote physical health.
Medication Management: To address any co-occurring anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions.
Family Therapy: Educates family members on the complexities of eating disorders and how to best support their loved ones.

Why Choose St. Mary’s Wellness Center?

St. Mary’s Wellness Center is dedicated to providing personalized care in a supportive environment, using evidence-based treatments to address eating disorders. Our team includes specialists in psychology, psychiatry, nutrition, and internal medicine who collaborate to offer comprehensive care.

How to Get Help

If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, reach out to St. Mary’s Wellness. We understand the courage it takes to seek help and are committed to supporting each step towards recovery.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can eating disorders be cured?

With proper treatment, individuals can recover from eating disorders and regain a healthy relationship with food and their bodies.

What is the first step in treating an eating disorder?

The first step is recognizing there is a problem and seeking help from professionals who specialize in eating disorder treatment.

How long does treatment for eating disorders take?

The duration of treatment varies depending on the severity of the disorder and the individual’s unique needs, but it often includes long-term interventions.

Are eating disorders only about body image?

No, while body image issues are a significant component of eating disorders, these disorders are also about controlling emotions and handling stress.

How can families help a loved one with an eating disorder?

Families can be supportive encouraging their loved one to seek treatment, learning about the disorder, and participating in family therapy sessions.

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“Southern Live Oak Wellness saved my life. The therapists genuinely care about the clients and helping them get better. Working on yourself is not easy, but the therapists help guide you and make you be able to work through whatever may be going on.”

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