Diagnosing
Understand the diagnostic criteria and processes for various eating disorders. Articles cover specific conditions including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, pica and geophagy.
Diagnosing Anorexia
How to spot the warning signs of anorexia nervosa in yourself or someone else.
Diagnosing Binge Eating Disorder
Binge eating disorder involves regularly eating large amounts of food without purging, and spotting the signs early can help you get treatment that works.
Diagnosing Bulimia
Bulimia involves cycles of binge eating followed by purging, causing serious damage to your digestive system, teeth, and overall health.
Diagnosing Geophagy
Geophagy, the habit of eating soil and clay, is often a sign of pica in the UK and needs medical attention to prevent serious health complications.
Diagnosing Pica
Pica is an eating disorder where people crave and eat non-food items like dirt, chalk, and paper, often seen in children or during pregnancy.