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
Eating Disorder Center
Find an eating disorder center by calling our nationally recognized toll-free eating disorder 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.
Finding the Right Eating Disorder Center
The treatment for eating disorders is a varied as the number of eating disorders themselves. Finding the proper treatment at an appropriate eating disorder center is extremely important. .
There are a number of important factors to consider before choosing an eating disorder center. Make sure the center you choose has the following:
Individualized treatment
A multidisciplinary approach to treatment
The ability for medical stabilization and detoxification services
Of all the addictive disorders, eating disorders continue to have the highest mortality rate. Over half of eating disorder patients have the potential for self harm, with individuals suffering from anorexia being the most likely to commit suicide. In addition, many patients with an eating disorder also suffer from drug addiction. These facts make it clear that individualized treatment is necessary and high quality medical services are critical for recovery.
The Importance of Structure in an Eating Disorder Center
When it comes to eating disorder recovery, structure is extremely important. It is only through a clearly structured program that individual issues can be addressed. Important structural considerations are:
24 hour nursing, clinical staff and tech support.
A comprehensive clinical schedule.
A combination of holistic services, coupled with traditional eating disorder treatment services,
Eating Disorder Center Clinical Services
Addictions of any kind are hard to overcome. Eating disorders are no different. But with the right services the chances of recovery can be vastly improved. Things to consider when choosing a center are:
Nutritional counseling
Self care
Individual and group process
Experiential therapy
Trauma resolution group
Body image class
Exercise moderation
Yoga, meditation, breath work for relaxation
Dual diagnosis treatment
Aftercare
There are of course many other services available within any eating disorder center. Remember to match the services of the eating disorder center with your personal recovery needs. If you require assistance locating an eating disorder center in any part of the United States, call the eating disorder helpline toll-free at 1-800-542-6410. Caring professionals are standing by 24/7 to assist you and all calls are confidential.
