Fast Facts About Disordered Eating
How does disordered eating affect your thinking? Impaired concentration Poor judgement and decision making Impaired comprehension Increased rigidity and obsessional thinking Reduced alertness
How do eating disorders affect your body? Feeling full after eating small amounts of food Feeling cold all the time Dizziness and blackouts Loss of strength, high fatigue Hair loss, dry skin Decreased hormone levels Heart muscle mass reduced by 25% Heart rate and blood pressure decreased Irregular heartbeat Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting
CRISIS? If you need help, don’t wait. Talk to a safe adult or call 988.
How does disordered eating affect my emotions & relationships? Depression Anxiety Irritability Loss of interest in life Withdrawal and isolation Loss of sense of humor Feelings insecure in social situations Neglect of personal hygiene Strained relationships
What are common Eating Disorders? Anorexia nervosa: Avoiding food or severely restricting food. Bulimia nervosa: Binging and purging but without limiting what and how much a person eats. Binge eating disorder is when people binge eats but don't purge or restrict. This is the most common eating disorder in the United States. Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID): The person limits the amount or type of food they eat, but not because they are worried about their weight.