What are most women hospitalized for in earlier stages of eating disorders?

Onset of sym. below: 1. Full hospitalization necessary a. Under 75% of expected weight b. Acute medical problems c. Severe psychological problems (e.g., suicide risk)-ab 2. Poor nutrition--vomiting a. Poor cooperation and trust b. Decrease food intake, poor body image c. Initial food intake poor/ forced wt. Loss--electrolyte imbal. D. Failure to eat - laxative. Self vomitg. E. Gradual wt. -to maj. Loss--bulimia.

Voluntary admission: Anorexia nervosa, bulemia, ; other eating disorders are potentially life-threatening diseases best treated by providers who have substantial clinical experience in dealing, on both an outpatient and inpatient basis, with the conditions. There are centers of excellence at many tertiary institutions that combine the expertise of many specialists--find one near you ; agree to get help soon please.

Medical Instability: Medical instability -- due to low weight and/or dehydration/electrolyte imbalance. Other considerations include: - suicidal thoughts or behaviors - co-occurring severe substance abuse - diabetes - pregnancy - severe interpersonal conflict or lack of support at home - poor motivation for recovery - inability to make progress in a lower level-of-care