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There is a small, but growing group of extreme dieters who believe that significantly reducing the amount of food they eat, will not only delay the aging of the body, but also prevent developing heart problems, diabetes and other chronic diseases. This movement, called calorie restriction or ...
The mystery of anorexia biochemical cause could be unraveled according a new research of Dr. Valerie Compan of Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, Montpellier, France. The findings of this new study showed that both anorexia and ecstasy reduce people’s appetite by stimulating the same ...
Family and home therapy are probably two of the most important aspects in the treatment of bulimia nervosa. Recovery for the sufferer will happen at home, over time, and living alongside parents, siblings and other family members. There is a simple reason for this, it is because people under ...
Attachment theory explains the bond or tie between a child and an attachment figure, a parent or guardian. Nowadays it is starting to become obvious that children with insecure attachment styles are prone to eating disorders more so than children with secure attachments. When children interact with parents in the first 5-7 years of life some children feel that their parents are a reliable source of comfort and security. These children most likely will develop secure attachment style and become well-adjusted adults.