What to do if i think i have an eating disorder, what do i do?

See a professional: Eating disorders are readily treated, especially if they have not persisted for a long period of time. A professional can assist you in getting back on track to normal functioning.

See Psychiatrist: Eating disorders are chronic, serious medical illnesses. As with any illness, your best choice is to seek consultation for an accurate diagnosis. In the medical field, the best diagnosticians are physicians psychiatrists are physicians who specialize in these kinds of disorders, so my recommendation is to seek consultation with a psychiatrist. Treatments are effective and safe.

Call NEDA, Ask Q's: Speak w/someone re ur specific concerns @nat'l assn of anorexia nervosa ; related disorders (neda) helpline: (630) 577-1330. 4 educat'l info re eating disorders: neda website (http://bit.Ly/16crmyh) ; website of eating disorders info network (http://myedin.Org). Signs include: poor body image; probs enjoying food; eating/exercise habits; trouble expressing emotions; moodiness; self-harming.