Eating disorders - what types of eating disorders exist ?
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Eating disorders can be emotionally and physically depleting conditions. According to eating disorder charity Beat, at least 1.25 million people in the UK suffer from these, with up to 6.4% of the population showing signs of developing the conditions.
Much more attention is given to eating disorders than has historically been the case, meaning more work is being done to help cure those who suffer from the problems.
However, there are a variety of different eating disorders, and each affects its victims differently. This article takes a brief look at the symptoms of some of the most common eating disorders.
Before going further, it is worth mentioning some of the avenues of support available if you (or someone you know) wishes to get help with an eating disorder. It is recommended that you speak with a GP about the problem so that you can be referred to the appropriate specialists.
Different Eating Disorders
The four most common eating disorders in the UK, in descending order, are:
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