Eating Disorders Treatment Programs

Bulimia Nervosa Treatment

Bulimia Nervosa causes recurrent episodes of binge eating, zoning out on food, eating secretly and then getting rid of the food. People who have bulimia nervosa may vomit, causing swollen glands at the jaw and cheeks; misuse medications such as laxatives and diuretics; fast or diet and then binge; or exercise excessively. They may feel full after even a small meal, with an urge to get rid of the food. Bulimia is a potentially serious condition that disrupts the body’s chemistries, harms the digestive tract, erodes tooth enamel and creates the risk of potentially fatal heart irregularities. Bulimia Treatment is often required to overcome this eating disorder. Here are some common sign of Bulimia Nervosa:

  • Eating large quantities of food
  • Finding food hidden in their room or unusual places
  • Has significant weight fluctuation
  • Depression
  • Use of laxatives
  • Callous on knuckles
  • Chronic sore throat
  • Use of diuretics
  • Use of appetite suppressants (diet pills, caffeine drinks, teas, ephedrine, etc
  • Showering several times a day
  • Must exercise
  • Looking in the mirror often
  • Daily weighing
  • Tooth enamel  eroded on front teeth
  • Increased cavities and gum disease
  • Being defensive when asked about how much they have eaten or exercise
  • Eats small amounts with others and then binges privately
  • Has a preoccupation with body, weight, diets, and food
  • Unexplained absences or times unavailable
  • Irregular monthly periods
  • Miscarriages
  • Going to the bathroom during or following meals
  • Has swollen glands at jaw and cheeks
  • Has broken blood vessels in the eye, and/or blood shot eyes
  • Moodier and more irritable than usual
  • Use of breath fresheners and chewing gum
  • Having a hard time expressing opinions
  • Trouble making decisions
  • Being in abusive relationships
  • Constant talks about being fat

While many people with Bulimia can appear to be of normal weight, the damage to internal organs can be unseen and the person needs bulimia treatment to insure their medical and psychological care is complete. Some people who seek Bulimia Treatment need to be medically stable before they can fully start the foundation for their long-term recovery. A full assessment can be done at the time of or prior to admission for bulimia treatment. Please contact us at 1 (800) 711-2062 for a free assessment to determine your specific needs for bulimia treatment or bulimia programs or therapists in your area.