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Dying to be Thin: The Dangers of Anorexia

November 25, 2020

It’s difficult to imagine that youngsters would be subject to eating disorders, but the fact is that these problems are prevalent both with the very young and with teenagers. As a parent watching your child struggle with an eating disorder, it can leave you feeling confused and frustrated and you may not know where to turn. However, it's important to realize that with the right help, children can make a lasting recovery from their eating disorder and you as a parent can play a crucial role in this. 

At the office of North Shore, our knowledgeable staff understands these worries, and will work with each patient in a compassionate and supportive way to help them overcome their disorder. 

Anorexia nervosa is a serious condition that most commonly affects girls and young women, as they literally starve themselves and engage in strenuous physical activity to attain what they perceive are their imperfect, overweight bodies. 

Warning signs:

  • She avoids eating in front of others. 
  • She develops rituals based around eating. 
  • She’s losing weight rapidly and wears baggy clothing to hide it
  • She has body dysmorphia, an obsession with perceived flaws in her physical appearance. 

At the office of North Shore our aim is to address the psychological symptoms that accompany the disorder. Young people who are depressed, have low self-esteem, are obsessed with their appearance, feel socially isolated, and have panic attacks need intervention as soon as possible. We’re here to help. For more information, call today.

November 25, 2020

It’s difficult to imagine that youngsters would be subject to eating disorders, but the fact is that these problems are prevalent both with the very young and with teenagers. As a parent watching your child struggle with an eating disorder, it can leave you feeling confused and frustrated and you may not know where to turn. However, it's important to realize that with the right help, children can make a lasting recovery from their eating disorder and you as a parent can play a crucial role in this. 

At the office of North Shore, our knowledgeable staff understands these worries, and will work with each patient in a compassionate and supportive way to help them overcome their disorder. 

Anorexia nervosa is a serious condition that most commonly affects girls and young women, as they literally starve themselves and engage in strenuous physical activity to attain what they perceive are their imperfect, overweight bodies. 

Warning signs:

  • She avoids eating in front of others. 
  • She develops rituals based around eating. 
  • She’s losing weight rapidly and wears baggy clothing to hide it
  • She has body dysmorphia, an obsession with perceived flaws in her physical appearance. 

At the office of North Shore our aim is to address the psychological symptoms that accompany the disorder. Young people who are depressed, have low self-esteem, are obsessed with their appearance, feel socially isolated, and have panic attacks need intervention as soon as possible. We’re here to help. For more information, call today.

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