General Article How can I stop an eating disorder relapse?

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Dipping back into old, problematic behaviours can suck when you’re in recovery for an eating disorder but relapses are common and are nothing to be ashamed of.

What is a relapse?

A relapse is when a person in recovery declines after a period of improvement. With an eating disorder this can mean that disordered thoughts and behaviours start to return.

What are the warning signs?

The warning signs of a relapse include:

  • Dishonesty: If you’re starting to bargain with yourself when it comes to ea...

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