Types of Eating Disorders
Posted on July 12, 2023
Eating disorders come in various forms, including:
- Anorexia nervosa - characterized by restrictive eating and an intense fear of gaining weight.
- Bulimia nervosa - involves binge-eating followed by compensatory behaviors like purging or excessive exercise.
- Binge-eating disorder - recurrent episodes of uncontrollable eating without purging behaviors.
- Orthorexia - an obsession with healthy eating that can lead to nutritional deficiencies and social isolation.
Seeking professional help is crucial for individuals struggling with eating disorders to achieve recovery and improved well-being.