1 in 20 Australians suffer from disordered eating that doesnt meet the DSM criteria for anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa or binge eating disorder. OSFED (other specified feeding and eating disorders), previously known as EDNOS, covers a range of disordered eating symptom clusters that are less well known and often considered less serious than real eating disorders. Research shows that OSFED can cause as much physical harm, emotional distress and functional impairment as AN, BN or BED. Sadly, OSFED sufferers are less likely to seek the help they need as they believe they cannot lay claim to an eating disorder diagnosis and therefore do not deserve treatment. Fitting neatly into a set of criteria or weighing a certain amount DOES NOT determine whether someone has an eating disorder, rather: The main feature that cuts across all eating disorders is feeling like your shape and weight is one of the most important factors that determines your worth as a person. If you or a loved one are struggling to maintain a health body image or a healthy relationship to food, below are some helpful websites. Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of all mental illnesses. It is essential to seek support from a qualified treatment team that may include a GP, psychologist and psychiatrist. eat-26/ (The Eating Attitudes test, a free confidential screening tool for disordered eating) thebutterflyfoundation.org.au/ (support for Australians experiencing eating disorders) cci.health.wa.gov.au/resources/infopax.cfm?Info_ID=48 (The Centre for Clinical Interventions eating disorders resources) beautyredefined.net/ (an empowering website focussed on body image)
Posted on: Sun, 24 Aug 2014 06:40:49 +0000
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