Bulimia Nervosa Treatment

Bulimia nervosa treatment can lead to recovery with the help of a team of health care experts specifically trained to manage this eating disorder. Bulimia nervosa treatment is provided in a number of different settings from outpatient to residential bulimia treatment, but professionals recommend residential bulimia treatment as the optimal choice in order to break the vicious binge - purge cycle.

The Bulimia Nervosa Treatment Team

A doctor will provide medical care; a nutritionist will teach healthy eating patterns and a therapist will work individually with the patient, in a group setting and/or with family members.  A clinical psychiatric assessment will determine if the patient with bulimia nervosa also suffers from a mental disorder so that the two conditions can be treated concurrently.  In this case the person is said to have a dual disorder. Once a detailed history is taken, a plan will be made to outline problems, treatment goals and a treatment plan will be made in order to achieve these goals. 

Keys to Successful Bulimia Nervosa Treatment

Effective bulimia nervosa treatment happens when the patient is:

• Willing to accept lifestyle changes
• Address their nutritional choices
• Examine their core clinical issues
• Explore healthy choices to deal with their feeling other than bingeing and purging

In a residential bulimia nervosa treatment setting, the bulimic receives 24 hour support of their cravings, mood swings and feelings of fear, shame and embarrassment. In addition they will receive medical and psychiatric evaluations, comprehensive clinical care and complete aftercare planning.

We can find you bulimia nervosa treatment that can meet your specific needs. Call Lakeview Health Systems and we will provide you with a confidential assessment any time of day or night. Call 1-866-657-4357. All calls are toll-free and confidential.