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Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association) estimates that around 1.25 million people in the UK have an eating disorder, en around 25% of those are male.
What is an eating disorder?
Eating disorders are serious and complex mental health conditions. Characterised by abnormal eating habits, which can severely impact physical health, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life.
An eating disorder is a mental health condition that involves persistent disturbances in eating behaviour, often driven by distressing thoughts and emotions about food, body weight, and shape.
Eating disorders can affect anyone of any age, race, gender, and those individuals strugglingmay zijn all different shapes and sizes. Not everyone affected by an eating disorder will ‘look thin or ill’. People may gain, lose, or experience no obvious change to their weight.
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People with eating disorders can be diagnosed with:
→ Anorexia nervosa: Characterised by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading to severe restriction of food intake and often excessive exercise.
→ Bulimia nervosa: Involves cycles of binge eating followed by purging gedragingen such as vomiting, excessive exercise, or the use of laxatives.
→ Binge eating disorder: Marked by recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food in a short period, often accompanied by feelings of loss of control and guilt.
→ Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID): ARFID involves a persistent failure to meet nutritional needs due to a lack of interest in eating, avoidance based on the sensory characteristics of food, or concern about the consequences of eating, such as choking.
→ Other specified feeding or eating disorder (OSFED): OSFED includes eating disorders that do not fit the criteria for the above categories but still cause significant distress or impairment. Examples include atypical anorexia nervosa, where weight is not below normal, and purging disorder, where individuals purge without binge eating.
Eating disorders can have profound and wide-ranging effects:
→ Fysiek hgezondheid complications: Such as malnutrition; severe nutrient deficiencies can lead to weakened immune systems, muscle loss, and organ damage. Electrolyte imbalances and malnutrition can cause irregular heart rhythms, heart failure, and other cardiovascular problems. Extreme and dangerous dieting practices kan cause gastrointestinal problems, en damage to the digestive system, leading to issues such as acid reflux, stomach ulcers, and bowel irregularities.
→ Mentaal hgezondheid challenges: Many individuals with eating disorders also suffer from anxiety, depression, or substance abuse disorders. Eating disorders often involve obsessive thoughts about food, weight, and body image, significantly impairing daily functioning.
→ Sociale en emotional impact: As with many mental health conditions, individuals struggling with an eating disorder can suffer from problems due to isolation, oftenwithdrawing from social activities and relationships due to their preoccupation with food and body image. Eating disorders can contribute to low self-esteem, a negative self-image and low self-worth, exacerbating mental health struggles.
Residential treatment for eating disorders.
Eating disorders are serious, life-threatening conditions that require comprehensive treatment and care. However, recovery is possible, and with the right support, individuals can regain control of their lives and achieve lasting wellness.
Ibiza Calm is a specialised mental health treatment clinic that provides a structured and supportive environment for individual suffering with eating disorders, where clients can receive intensive therapy and medical supervision tailored to their specific needs and requirements, as well as peer support, reducing the sense of isolation.
The clinic provides a comprehensive approach to treatment, addressing both the physical and psychological symptoms, and empowering individuals to regain stability, learn coping skills, and ultimately lead fulfilling lives. The Ibiza Calm team comprises experienced healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and therapists, who work together to provide the highest level of care and support to each patient.
De belangrijkste onderdelen van de residentiële behandeling bij Ibiza Calm zijn onder andere:
Uitgebreide beoordeling: Upon admission, individuals undergo a thorough assessment to understand the severity of their eating disorder, co-occurring conditions, and specific needs. This helps in creating a personalised treatment plan.
Individuele behandelplannen: Each person’s experience with an eating disorder is unique, so treatment plans are tailored to address specific symptoms and challenges. This personalised approach enhances the effectiveness of therapy.
Medical monitoring and nutritional counselling: Our residential treatment centre gives you access to the best health care, including psychiatrists who can prescribe and monitor any necessary medications, regular health assessments by medical professionals to address and manage physical health complications. Meal plans and nutrition education to promote healthy eating habits and restore physical health.
Intensieve één-op-één therapie: Residential treatment involves various therapeutic modalities, and regular one-on-one sessions with licensed therapists to address underlying psychological issues and develop coping strategies.
Mindfulness techniques and holistic approaches: We incorporate holistic methods such as art en music therapy. We teach and encourage practices such as mindfulness, meditation, yoga, and deep breathing to promote relaxation and reduce stress.
Supportive community: Omringd worden door lotgenoten die dezelfde problemen begrijpen en delen, creëert een gevoel van saamhorigheid en steun. Groepstherapiesessies bieden mogelijkheden om van anderen te leren, ervaringen te delen en sociale vaardigheden op te bouwen.
Gezinstherapie: Dit betekent dat familieleden bij het behandelproces worden betrokken om de communicatie te verbeteren en steun te bieden. Al onze behandelprogramma's omvatten een familie steungroep. Familieleden kunnen wekelijks online deelnemen vanaf het moment dat hun dierbare de behandelingskliniek binnenkomt.
Planning van nazorg: Een succesvolle residentiële behandeling houdt in dat je je voorbereidt op het leven na het verlaten van de kliniek. Dit omvat het ontwikkelen van copingstrategieën en terugvalpreventieplannen, evenals toegang tot steungroepen. Cliënten maken kennis met de nazorgtherapiegroep voordat ze de behandeling verlaten, zodat ze zeker zijn van voortdurende ondersteuning.
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