What is Anorexia Nervosa

What is Anorexia Nervosa / About Anorexia Nervosa Disorders & Other Eating Disorder Treatment

A Place of Hope's eating disorder centers answer the question what is anorexia and show you how to beat it using a whole persona approach.

What is anorexia nervosa? For the uninitiated, it is an eating disorder characterized by self starvation, weight loss, the refusal to maintain a healthy body weight and an obsessive fear of gaining weight. At A Place of Hope we know all about anorexia disorders and the risks people with anorexia face every day. The effects of anorexia can be devastating, and include heart problems, organ damage and even death. If you or a loved one is exhibiting the symptoms of anorexia, the experts at A Place of Hope would like to speak to you about our whole-person approach to eating disorder treatment. We’ll answer all your questions about eating disorders and begin giving you the help you need.

Now that we’ve answered the question “what is anorexia nervosa?” the next question is “what is the best approach to defeating it?” A Place of Hope’s whole-person approach to care addresses the physical and emotional issues at the heart of eating disorders, and in this case anorexia disorders in particular. We’re interested in your emotional health, intellectual well-being, relational health, physical health, nutritional well-being and spiritual health, and will address all of these areas in a program individualized to address your specific needs. 

A Place of Hope’s whole-person approach includes:

• 40 hours per week of clinical care services
• Complete psychological testing and assessments
• A solution regimen tailored to your specific needs
• A complete medical health exam
• A fitness assessment by a certified fitness trainer
• A medication reassessment
• Complete nutrition/dietary assessment and menu planning

Moreover, you’ll find a staff of experienced professionals who approach eating disorder treatment with a great deal of compassion and acceptance for our patients. We know how devastating the effects of anorexia can be, but also know that people with anorexia can and do get better, provided they receive the right help.

A Place of Hope’s beautiful facility overlooking the water provides the perfect backdrop for healing and embracing a life that is well worth living. If you recognize the symptoms of anorexia in yourself or a loved one the time to act is now. Learn all there is to know about eating disorders and discover the benefits of a whole-person approach to care. With the help of A Place of Hope’s qualified treatment counselors you’ll begin to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

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