Disordered Eating
Eating disorders are psychological illnesses which have a negative impact on both physical and mental health. Extreme dieting, starvation, bingeing, purging, over exercising and poor body image perception are features of eating disorders, and they do not paint a pretty picture.
Many people suffer from anorexia, bulimia, binge-eating disorder and related conditions, which can have devastating consequences for themselves and their families.
On the surface, eating disorders appear to be about food, or rather the misuse of food, but there are usually much more complex, emotional, unresolved issues underneath.
Disordered-eating.co.uk contains a variety of articles about eating disorders and their related problems. There is information about the signs, causes, treatments and diagnosis of eating disorders, as well as where to go for help and support for an eating disorder.
Popular Articles
The Truth About Size Zero
The Truth About Size Zero, a documentary originally screened on ITV1, 7th March 2007, follows Louise Redknapp as she reveals the truth about what is involved in attaining a ‘stick thin’ body.
Eating Disorders Statistics
Eating disorders and disordered eating patterns are a widespread problem and have increased over the last 30-40 years.
Causes of Eating Disorders
Causes of eating disorders include a number of complex, interwoven, social, psychological and biological factors.
Scoff Eating Disorders Questionnaire
The SCOFF Eating Disorders Questionnaire, devised by researchers at St George's Hospital Medical School, is a valid and reliable screening tool for detecting the existence of an eating disorder.
Types of Eating Disorders
Types of eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder, as well as other patterns of disordered eating.
Signs of Eating Disorders
Here are some of the signs and symptoms to look out for that may suggest someone has, or is on the verge of developing, an eating disorder.