Eating Disorders

Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia affects those eating less than they normally would in an attempt to lose weight. This disorder impacts the body physiologically and the person psychologically.

Binge Eating Disorder

Binge eating disorder affects those who find themselves regularly eating to the point of uncomfortable fullness, eating when not hungry, and feeling out of control when binge eating. Binge eating specifically includes eating a larger amount of food in a smaller amount of time than what would be the person’s norm.

Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED)

This diagnosis covers any presentation of disordered eating behaviors that doesn’t exactly fit the diagnostic criteria of other eating disorders in the DSM-V. OSFED is just as valid an eating disorder as others and requirements the same level of treatment and focus.

Bulimia Nervosa

Bulimia presents in a pattern of restriction, binging, and use of compensatory behaviors such as laxative use or purging. Bulimia affects individuals of all gender identities and ages.

Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)

ARFID is one of the most unique eating disorders in that it rarely is related to body image or weight concerns. ARFID consists of eating a limited number of foods to the point of causing medical or social consequences. To the untrained eye, it is viewed as extreme picky eating. ARFID is more than picky eating as it is a psychological condition and requires both a trained therapist and dietitian to make progress. ARFID commonly originates from sensory issues, food trauma, or a general disinterest in eating.

Body Dysmorphia

Body dysmorphia involves viewing your body differently than others see it. Those who experience body dysmorphia often feel as though their body changes shape and size throughout the day and find this a distressing experience. This mental health issue often overlaps with traditional eating disorders such as Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, and OSFED.