Health care providers require further training to effectively treat eating disorders (EDs), especially for vulnerable groups like adolescents and pregnant women.
Timely interventions are crucial since EDs can have life-threatening effects, and treatment aims to reduce harmful eating behaviors while promoting overall health.
This article is part of a two-part series focusing on both pharmacological and nonpharmacological evidence-based treatments for EDs.
Eating disorders (EDs) are severe psychiatric conditions that disrupt normal eating behaviors, leading to serious health issues and challenges in social functioning.
The causes of EDs are complex, involving a mix of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors, and their prevalence is on the rise.
Nurses play a crucial role in identifying and assessing EDs, and they can provide personalized treatment options and referrals, as discussed in this two-part article series.