Eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorder are serious and complex conditions that have the potential to cause significant physical and psychological harm. People living with these disorders are typically overwhelmed by unhealthy thoughts about weight and food that can impact virtually all areas of their lives. Eating disorders can affect people of all ages and genders, and developing an eating disorder can be a life-threatening experience that typically requires intensive professional treatment to overcome.

Disordered eating can come in a variety of forms, including not eating enough to maintain healthy nutrition, not feeling in control of how much you eat, and purging food out of your body to try to control your weight or appearance. Most people who live with an eating disorder feel an intense fear of gaining weight or have a perception of their body that isn’t aligned with what it actually looks like. To try to control their weight or body shape, people who live with an eating disorder typically try to control how much or how little food goes into their bodies in ways that can become exceptionally harmful to their overall health. Others might feel as though they no longer have control over their relationship with food. Living with an eating disorder can sometimes destroy a person’s health, self-esteem, and their personal relationships.

At Acadia Healthcare, we understand the devastating impact that eating disorders can have on individuals and how difficult these disorders can be to overcome. The Acadia treatment network features a range of facilities that provide care for individuals with eating disorders. Our talented and dedicated professionals work diligently to provide comprehensive services that empower all populations to overcome the compulsion to engage in disordered eating behaviors. We’re here to help you or your loved one achieve long-term recovery and learn how to live healthier, more productive, and more satisfying lives.