Eating Disorders

Eating disorders Eating disorders are very complicated illnesses, and they reasons they occur range from psychological to emotional to mental problems. The two main types of eating disorders are Anorexia and Bulimia. Anorexia is characterized by a significant weight loss resulting from excessive dieting. The strong desire to be thin and a fear of becoming obese motivate most women and an increasing number of men. Anorexics consider themselves fat, no matter what their actual weight …showed first 75 words of 220 total…

…showed last 75 words of 220 total…people that do not feel secure about their own self worth. Food becomes their only source of comfort. Bulimia also serves as a function for blocking or letting out feelings. Due to the gravity of these illnesses, it is important to seek out the help of a qualified professional when trying to recover. Having the love and support of the family is important, but it is necessary to have a professional to help and guide.