A member asked:

Please provide some do's and don'ts on overcoming anorexia.

13 doctors weighed in across 11 answers
Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Few people are anxious or depressed, that needs therapy.

Answered 4/16/2014

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Ignore: It is best to have your entire family involved in your treatment.

Answered 7/29/2014

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Dr. Nayana Trivedi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Do talk to your family and eat with them. Do have faith in you and your doctor. Do not despair.

Answered 8/6/2014

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Dr. Lukose Vadakara answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Talk to yourself i can eat. iwill ve ok every time you think about food.

Answered 8/3/2014

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Dr. Larry Eastburn answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Don't keep it a secret and do tell family, close friends & your physician everything. Be pro-active.

Answered 1/18/2019

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Cook from scratch, eat with family and friends, discuss your plans and hobbies during your meals.

Answered 1/18/2019

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Dr. Natalie Sieb answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Don't be afraid to be honest and ask close friends/family for help and support. They want to help!!

Answered 12/2/2014

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Ignore: Get help as soon as possible. Evaluation and treatment on time can safe your life.

Answered 4/8/2015

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Dr. Mohammed Parvez answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Eat healthy and have frequent but small meals. Learn and practice relaxation techniques.

Answered 4/17/2016

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Ignore: Make family and loved ones aware of your condition and seek their support.

Answered 5/6/2015

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Ignore: Seek individual and group counseling for better success rate.

Answered 6/29/2017

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