I have a wife with bulimia and it was getting to the point where I couldn't take it any more. She needed bulimia treatment badly, but I didn't know where to turn. Through the internet I came across your site and sent my wife for bulimia treatment at your center.
Whoever she first spoke with made her feel so comfortable, she even became excited about the possibility of not having to binge and purge any more. The change in her is amazing. I know she will always be recovering, but I am proud to say she is the most courageous person I know. Thank you for all of your help.
-- Preston V., Nashua, New Hampshire
I needed to find an eating disorder clinic so badly. I used to eat compulsively and had swung over completely to purging and laxatives. I felt so bad about myself, the shame and guilt was just killing me. I had been to an eating disorder clinic before, but they really did not address my mood swings, that I have since understood them to be a bipolar disorder.
Your staff kept telling me that my eating behavior was a symptom of other problems. Well even though I didn't believe them they turned out to be right. I don't use laxatives, I have even learned to exercise moderately. Thank you so much. By the way, it has been ten months since I last purged.
-- Bonnie S., Boston, Massachusetts
Well Shelly, I told you I would write when I had one year in recovery and here I am. Who would have guessed. I have so much gratitude for you taking your time and referring me to a great facility. I knew from the moment I walked in there that I was in the right place. The next time I come by it will be to visit, not as a patient. You are absolutely the greatest.
-- Venessa C., Raleigh, North Carolina
Bulimia Recovery
Effective bulimia recovery is within your reach. Call our nationally recognized toll-free helpline at 1-800-941-5313. Get the help you need to recover your health and reclaim your life. Caring professionals are standing by 24/7 to assist you and all calls are confidential.
Why a Bulimia Recovery Program?
When people think of bulimia they automatically focus on a person binging and purging. The elimination of this practice is only one component of bulimia recovery. A bulimia recovery program is specifically designed to provide treatment for the several components of this eating disorder including:
Distorted body image
Lack of self-confidence
Feelings of anger and disappointment
Depression
Abuse of laxatives
Food cravings
Gastrointestinal upset
Weight fluctuation
Bulimia recovery programs provide both physical and psychological help which are necessary components of any recovery plan.
Bulimia Recovery and Healthy Eating
Most bulimics entering bulimia recovery are afraid to begin a regimen of healthy eating due to the fear of getting fat. Almost as soon as they consume a healthy portion of food, they are triggered to rid themselves of that food. With clinical support, the patient is taught that healthy eating is not the same as over eating and will not cause weight gain. Over time, those in bulimia recovery become more comfortable with portion management and realize there is no need to purge. Once this process begins the individual is on their way to bulimia recovery.
Bulimia Recovery and Relapse Prevention
Prior to completion of a bulimia recovery program, a relapse prevention and aftercare plan should be designed for each patient. This relapse prevention plan normally includes the following:
Learning to deal with eating disorder triggers
Information on medical and psychiatric support
Locations of support groups
Continued contact with the bulimia recovery program.
Relapse does not mean failure. Many people relapse; it is how quickly you get back into bulimia recovery that matters. If relapse does occur and you find you require more than individual therapy or a support group, find an inpatient bulimia treatment program for help.
If you require confidential assistance in locating a safe and effective bulimia treatment program, please call the national helpline toll-free at 1-800-941-5313. GET HELP NOW!
