Eating Disorders
The term eating disorders refers to a variety of disorders. The common feature of all the eating disorders is abnormal eating behaviors. Eating disorders are serious mental health problems and can be life threatening.
Several types of eating disorders require the clinical care of a psychiatrist or other mental health professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
Anorexia Nervosa
Bulimia Nervosa
Binge Eating Disorder
Online Medical Reviewer:
Louise Akin, RN, BSN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Daphne Pierce-Smith, RN, MSN, FNP, CCRC
Last Annual Review Date:
10/6/2011
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