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Causes:
The onset and causes of eating disorders are varied and complex. This section will
help clarify the factors that contribute to the development of eating disorders. Included
are discussions about biological, socio-cultural, and psychological features.
Treatment: Here we discuss basic treatment issues for anorexia and bulimia. Also provided are links to contacts for treatment in the United States. Descriptions of site services are available. Anorexia: A definition is outlined and the diagnostic criteria used by professionals is given. Identifying the subtle behaviors of the self-imposed restriction of food intake and basic treatment strategies are discussed. Resources: This is an extensive list of materials consisting of print and non-printed material for further information about eating disorders and related issues. Most of the materials listed are for purchase elsewhere. Bulimia: A definition is outlined and the diagnostic criteria used by professionals is given. Identifying the behaviors of the binge-purge cycle of food and basic treatment strategies are discussed. Other: Related links are provided with brief descriptions of the sites. This extensive list contains information on personal accounts of eating disorders, nutrition issues, psychological factors, emotional and physical abues, and more. Glossary: The glossary is a resource of terms that relate to eating disorders.
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