How Do You Help A Loved One With Anorexia?
People may develop eating disorders such as anorexia in response to negative events in their lives like family and relationship conflict, external and internal pressures and stress. Many may see anorexic behavior as a way of coping with these situations. It is a way in which they can take control over an aspect of their lives when everything else seems to be out of their control. You can help a loved one with anorexia by taking an active role in her recovery. Learn to recognize the signs of anorexia. These may include expression of negative thoughts towards one’s body, refusal to eat sufficient calories to maintain a healthy body, drastic weight and muscle mass loss, as well as other physical symptoms like hair loss and skin tone and color change. Confront your loved one regarding her condition in a loving and supportive manner. Avoid confrontations in which you put your loved one in a defensive position. When you open the discussion regarding anorexia and his current behavior, reassur
