Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that also impact physical health.
Prevalence of eating disorders
Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that are increasingly common. Approximately 16% of Australians are either affected by an eating disorder or experience sub-clinical eating disorder behaviours. Eating disorders are characterised by disturbances in eating behaviours, thoughts, attitudes to food, body image, body weight and shape, and an intense fear of weight gain.
Eating disorders and sub-clinical eating disorder behaviours can impact people of any age, gender, socioeconomic group, culture, ethnicity, gender identity or sexual orientation.
People with Autism or ADHD are at a higher risk of developing an eating disorder and require tailored approaches for recovery.
How our Dietitian can help
Dietitians are trained to work with clients, their families and loved ones. Dietitians have extensive knowledge of nutrition, food and eating behaviours. They play an essential role in detecting, preventing and treating eating disorders. A young person’s health can be significantly improved when they are treated by a skilled, multidisciplinary team that includes a Dietitian.
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