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Understanding Symptoms of Eating Disorders

Common Symptoms of Eating Disorderes

A variety of eating disorders exist - these are a few of the more common symptoms. An eating disorder is a serious condition that can have profound impacts on both mental and physical health that can lead to life-threatening situations.

  • low body weight

  • excessive physical activity

  • avoiding foods, denying hunger, significant fear of weight gain

  • self-induced vomiting - most often in secret

  • misusing laxatives or diuretics

  • regular binge eating episodes

  • eating even when you are not hungry or feel full

  • eating large portions of food - more than typical within a time period.

  • rapid eating during binge eating episodes

Diagnosing Eating Disorder

The role of the mental health provider in diagnosing an eating disorder involves:

  • Gathering your personal history and discuss the history of your current symptoms

  • Review your medical and mental health history, as well as your current health status.

  • Evaluate eating habits and exploring your feelings and thoughts

  • Request follow-up with primary healthcare provider for a physical exam or other medical tests to rule out underlying health complications or conditions that may be related to the eating concerns.