An eating disorder is a serious mental health condition. It happens when someone’s thoughts and behaviors about food, body weight, or shape become unhealthy and extreme. This can include eating too little, overeating, or using harmful ways to control weight. Eating disorders can affect both the mind and body and may become life-threatening if not treated.
How to Get Help
Eating disorders can be treated. Support may include:
- Talking with a therapist
- Working with doctors and nutrition experts
- Taking medication if needed
Joining a treatment program for extra support
If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 for immediate help, or contact SAMHSA’s helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) to find treatment.
Visit the link below for more information.
https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health/conditions/eating-disorders
