Eating Disorders Treatment Centers - Treatment Centers for Eating Disorders

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David Roberts: And can you define "recovery" for us? What does that mean exactly in terms of someone with anorexia or bulimia? Does that have to mean symptom-free?

Dr. Kerr-Price: "Recovery" is a continuum. Someone may not exhibit enough eating disorder symptoms to meet criteria for an eating disorder diagnosis but may still struggle with the desires for instance. Hopefully, one can reach a place of being absolutely free of the disorder but purging half as much as one did at one time is progress on the recovery continuum. (eating disorders recovery)

dancerchic: I've had a an eating disorder that has taken over my life yet I'm not underweight. I've done an intensive outpatient program and now my therapists are suggesting inpatient. Would you suggest inpatient even if the person's weight isn't below normal?

Dr. Kerr-Price: At times, that is very appropriate despite not being underweight. If the disorder has taken over your life, then help is definitely needed.

julesaldrich: I have been in and out of recovery several times, do not really have fear foods, but just seem to fall back especially when my life is stressed. Often, when I begin to feel healthy, I get scared of being "too healthy." I am wondering if Remuda would be right, or if maybe I just need to find a great therapist at this point?

Dr. Kerr-Price: Although it is difficult for me to say with any certainty because I don't know you, perhaps connecting with a therapist who knows eating disorders well would be a place to start now. That person could help assess if a more intensive program is necessary.

David Roberts: Dr. Kerr-Price, thank you for being our guest this evening and for sharing this information with us. And to those in the audience, thank you for coming and participating. I hope you found it helpful. We have a very large and active eating disorders community here at HealthyPlace.com. You will always find people interacting with various sites. Also, if you found our site beneficial, I hope you'll pass our URL around to your friends, mail list buddies, and others. http://www.healthyplace.com

Thank you, again, Dr. Kerr-Price for coming tonight and staying late to answer everyone's questions. ga

Dr. Kerr-Price: Thank you very much and thanks to the audience for joining us.

Here's the link to Remuda: http://www.remudaranch.com and again, their toll-free number is 1800-445-1900. As I mentioned earlier, I'm sure they'll be happy to answer any specific questions you may have about their program.

David Roberts: Good night, everyone.

Disclaimer: We are not recommending or endorsing any of the suggestions of our guest. In fact, we strongly encourage you to talk over any therapies, remedies or suggestions with your doctor BEFORE you implement them or make any changes in your treatment.

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