When Exercise Becomes Compulsive

Exercise is a great thing, but when you see compulsive exercise, it’s a problem. That is where a teenager, in particular, begins to exercise because they feel pressure to stay in shape. Maybe they want their body to be better. Maybe they want to be better athletes. Maybe they have anorexia or bulimic-type tendencies and they’re worried about their self-image. Exercise is great, but when it starts to take on a life of its own, that’s when you have to be concerned. Counsel the child. Try to find out why they’re exercising so much and if there’s changes that need to be made.

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Eating Disorders Can Go Unnoticed

Eating disorders are often portrayed as dramatic problems that are impossible to miss, leading to disastrous outcomes.  There is no doubt that there are many cases like this, but in most cases, eating disorders go unnoticed for prolonged periods of time.  Both anorexia and bulimia can be hidden until there are large changes in body weight and muscle wasting.  In fact, in the case of bulimia where a person binges and then purges themselves of food, it can be totally missed.  A major point to understand about eating disorders is that they are psychological problems.  They're not necessarily all about weight.  There is a distorted body image that takes control and it can affect behavior, but the important thing to realize here is that each case is individual and we need to get help, sometimes at the psychiatric level.

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Treating Bulimia

Bulimia is a serious health issue and it often gets ignored. The problem with bulimia is you have to realize that it is a problem of body image, much like anorexia. Yes, a child will eat more and more, and they will get into situations where they purge, but you may not notice it, or you may say, ‘What are you doing?’ and believe you’ve dealt with the issue. The bottom line is you can’t look at it that way. You actually have to get them the psychological help and support they need.

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Eating Disorders Can Go Unnoticed

Eating disorders are often portrayed as dramatic problems that are impossible to miss, leading to disastrous outcomes.  There is no doubt that there are many cases like this, but in most cases, eating disorders go unnoticed for prolonged periods of time.  Both anorexia and bulimia can be hidden until there are large changes in body weight and muscle wasting.  In fact, in the case of bulimia where a person binges and then purges themselves of food, it can be totally missed.  A major point to understand about eating disorders is that they are psychological problems.  They're not necessarily all about weight.  There is a distorted body image that takes control and it can affect behavior, but the important thing to realize here is that each case is individual and we need to get help, sometimes at the psychiatric level.

We always appreciate your comments. 

For more information, please go to www.123MyMD.com.