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Bulimia Nervosa Treatment

For innovative bulimia nervosa treatment call the Women's Treatment Center for Healthy Living today at 1-800-588-6158. Learn more about our therapeutic programs and how they can help you or your loved one achieve long-term recovery and a new way of life. All calls are toll-free and confidential and we are here 24 hours every day.

What is Bulimia Nervosa?

Bulimia nervosa, commonly called bulimia, is an eating disorder characterized by recurring episodes of binge eating followed by purging, usually through self-induced vomiting, laxative/diuretic abuse, compulsive exercising or fasting. People with bulimia usually are very ashamed of their behavior and go to great lengths to hide their disorder.

Bulimia can negatively impact almost every organ in the body.  Some of the health consequences can be quite severe, even to the point of being fatal.  Just a few complications associated with bulimia include:

• Erosion of tooth enamel
• Stomach ulcers
• Esophageal ruptures or strictures
• Amenorrhea
• Laxative dependency
• Electrolyte imbalance
• Malnutrition
• Liver damage
• Kidney damage
• Heart damage

Bulimia Nervosa Treatment - Our Approach

While the health consequences resulting from living with bulimia can be significant, with the right bulimia nervosa treatment, you can reclaim your health and live a life free of this debilitating disorder.

Begin your journey to wellness at the Women's Treatment Center for Healthy Living.  We have a team of medical and mental health professionals who are specially trained in bulimia nervosa treatment.  Our facility is a warm and friendly environment where you can concentrate on the multifaceted issues surrounding your eating disorder:

• Underlying psychological issues - Through intensive therapy patients explore the core reasons behind their eating disorder including any past physical, mental or sexual abuse. We also focus on any co-existing problems such as drug and alcohol addiction, depression or anxiety.
• Physical factors - With a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and holistic techniques, we teach patients how to manage their emotions and triggers without resorting to unhealthy eating patterns and behaviors.
• Biological contributors - Research suggests that some people with bulimia have abnormal levels of certain chemical neurotransmitters in the brain, specifically serotonin. Depending on the patient, bulimia nervosa treatment may include some type of antidepressant or anti-anxiety medication.
• Diet and nutrition - Our nutritionists and dieticians provide patients with an education about food, nourishment and how it affects the body.  With the proper education, once a patient leaves treatment, they are better prepared to return to daily living and avoid relapsing into poor eating habits.

All About Bulimia Nervosa

We've compiled essential information about bulimia nervosa which you can use to become more familiar with your condition or to provide some insight and understanding if you have a friend or family member who is suffering from it. Visit the following pages to learn all about bulimia nervosa.

• Bulimia recovery - How the right bulimia nervosa treatment program can help you achieve long-term recovery.
• Bulimia statistics - Important stats on the staggering number of people affected by bulimia.
• Bulimia information - Behavioral and physical signs of bulimia.
• Bulimia help- What to do if you need help.

If you or someone you love is living with bulimia, call the Women's Treatment Center for Healthy Living today, toll-free at 1-800-588-6158. Our caring and compassionate professionals are standing by 24/7 to take your confidential call, answer all your questions and assess your needs. Take the first step towards recovery and call our helpline now.