Guidelines to Find an Effective Anorexia Nervosa Treatment in UK

Posted by one40 on December 11th, 2014

Eating disorders are every bit as serious as any other disease and it is crucial to seek treatment as soon as it is discovered. If you or someone you know are suffering from anorexia or showing symptoms of bulimia, sitting down with a trustworthy person is a good first step so you can start seeking the right treatment. Eating disorders are so serious they can be fatal when not addressed properly. However, the risk of grave/permanent injury or death is reduced when prompt, aggressive treatment is sought.

Eating disorder clinics provide varying types of treatment, offering different approaches to help patients recover and keep them away from their health damaging eating habits. When searching for the right treatment, make sure that the facility that you choose tailors their program to your needs or your loved one's needs. Eating disorders like anorexia nervosa may manifest in the same manner among patients, but the roots of the disease often differ. This is why personalised treatment is highly recommended for those suffering from them. Outpatient treatment is also available for eating disorder sufferers, but the likelihood of recovery is much higher for residential and inpatient programs.

Treatment regimens in an eating disorder clinic are designed not only to reduce eating disorder symptoms but also to discover and treat the possible causes of the disease and educate patients about healthy body image, family dynamics, exercise, and relapse prevention. Take note of the following guidelines when searching for an effective treatment and eating disorder facility:

•    Make sure that the facility is licensed to provide treatment in the location where it operates. Additionally, check for proper certifications and accreditations not only for the clinic or facility, but for its clinical and medical staff. Always choose treatment from clinics that have highly qualified medical staff.
•    Look for facilities that are run by medical professionals who specialise in eating disorders, ranging from psychologists and psychiatrists, credentialed dieticians and nutritionists, recreation therapists, and other qualified professionals that can work together to formulate the best treatment program for you or your loved one. Having these kinds of experts on staff increases your likelihood of recovery.
•    The best family recovery programs last for a minimum of 4 days. Look for a licensed facility with a treatment program that includes a strong family recovery, relapse prevention, and aftercare recovery program.

About the Author:

This article is written by Dale Conlon, who is associated with One40. One40 is a culmination of all expertise, dedication, compassion, and experience they have gained over the years and enables them to offer clients comprehensive individually tailored addiction and disorder day treatment programs in a tranquil, conducive environment.