Question : Eating Disorder treatment seems really scary?
Ok I’m a bulimic. I have been dealing with bingeing/purging for almost 2 years now and I WANT HELP. I am so ready to change and get myself on track and my life back. Today I went to the hospital to learn about their Eating Disorder treatment center and it seemed absolutely terrifying. I mean.. part of me really wants to do it but the other part of me is still convinced I can do this on my own.
(I’ve tried so many times though.)
When I was there all I saw was anorexics and I feel like we have nothing in common and I’m just not sure how I feel about any of this. Have any of you been through recovery and been helped?
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Best answer:

Answer by Drew
Eating disorders REGARDLESS of what area you exhibit disordered eating… bulimia, anorexia, etc have less to do with the action and more to do with the reasons why. It’s about control and perfection, so try not to focus on the anorexics. I did a private IOP (intensive out patient program) and initially, I felt the exact same way. In the end, I learned we weren’t so different and we all needed to learn tools to deal with our triggers and how to identifying and mitigate them. I found the program to be highly beneficial, and I’m glad I stuck it out.
You said so yourself, you’ve tried so many times on your own without success, so it sounds like you need and want to do something differently. If you’re uncomfortable with the hospital program, maybe start with an individual therapist. I wish you the best of luck and hope this helps!