Eating Disorders

If you have disordered eating that negatively affects your physical or mental health, see the experts at We Are Hope in Las Vegas, Nevada. The highly trained mental health specialists offer highly effective treatments for eating disorders to maximize your health and quality of life while reducing the risk of medical complications. Schedule an evaluation by phone or online today.

What are eating disorders?

Eating disorders are mental health conditions associated with unhealthy eating habits. Nine percent of the population experiences an eating disorder at some point during their lifetime.

Numerous factors may contribute to disordered eating. Examples include:

• Stress
• Trauma
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Certain personality traits
• Family history of eating disorders
• Learned behaviors
• Low self-esteem 

If you’re unable to overcome an eating disorder, turn to We Are Hope for a personalized treatment plan. Doing so enhances your mental health and well-being while minimizing the risk of physical health problems.

What are the different types of eating disorders?

Common eating disorders include:

Anorexia nervosa

Anorexia is characterized by eating too few calories, starving yourself, and often being underweight. You may have a fear of gaining weight or think you weigh too much, despite being very thin.

Bulimia nervosa

Patients with bulimia nervosa often force themselves to throw up after eating, particularly after eating a lot of calories or large meals. Or, they exercise intensely after eating to burn off the calories consumed. People with bulimia might have normal body weights.

Binge eating disorder

Binge eating disorder occurs when you eat excessive amounts of food. You might not be able to control your eating habits, consuming calories even after you’re uncomfortably full. You may be overweight or obese due to binge eating disorder. 

Pica 

People struggling with pica have cravings for and eat non-food items, such as paint chips, dirt, starch, paper, eggshells, coffee grounds, or other things that aren’t safe for consumption.

Your We Are Hope specialist diagnoses the eating disorder you may have after weighing you, completing a physical exam, and discussing your medical history, lifestyle habits, and symptoms. During a mental health evaluation, they ask questions about your thoughts, mood, emotions, and behaviors.

How are eating disorders treated?

We Are Hope offers an intensive outpatient program that can help you overcome an eating disorder.

Your treatment plan may consist of:

• Individualized therapy
• Couples therapy
• Group therapy
• Family therapy
• Drug and alcohol counseling
• Child and family services
• Family planning
• Case management
• In-home therapy
• Psychosocial rehabilitation (PSR)
• Day treatments
• Parenting support groups
• Transportation services on a case-by-case basis
• Medications 

Your specialist tailors a treatment plan based on your condition and its severity. They follow up with you as often as needed to achieve exceptional results.

Call We Are Hope or book online today to get treated for eating disorders.