This is a topic that can be hard to talk about, but so many people struggle with this disorder. According to the American Psychiatric Association, eating disorders are “behavioral conditions characterized by severe and persistent disturbance in eating behaviors and associated distressing thoughts and emotions.”
An eating disorder is also not just anorexia and a fear of food because of gaining weight; An eating disorder could also be binge eating as well and having no self-control over food.
Tips for getting help if you or a loved one is fighting this battle:
- Get Professional Help
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline
Crisis hotlines are here to help and not something to run away from. They are standing by on their phones 24/7 and can give you advice, and tips can get you medical help, as well as just be there to listen and understand.
- Learn Self Love
Every single body is made differently and unique. STOP COMPARING yourself to others. Focus on positive talk in the mirror and say what you love about yourself. Take care of your body by taking a bath, getting a manicure, or doing a face mask.
- Getting Rid Of Triggers
Sometimes certain things can set a person off. For example, following models on instagram when you already feel insecure will not help you. Unfollow anyone who makes you feel insecure and unworthy.
- Spend Time Doing Things You Love
Figure out what makes you, well, you! Go see a movie you have been wanting to see, or read that book you keep putting off, spend time with those friends you haven’t seen in a while. Doing things that make you happy while also giving you a distraction is always a positive.
Struggling with an eating disorder can be very challenging, but you are never alone. So many people fight this battle. You are absolutely beautiful in your own way, and never let anyone tell you differently.
Works Cited:
https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/eating-disorders/what-are-eating-disorders