Specialized Eating Disorder Treatment

While many people assume that eating disorders only occur among teenagers and adolescents, many adult men and women struggle with eating disorders and body image. It’s important to remember that eating disorders affect people of all genders and across all age segments — including middle age and beyond.

Unfortunately, many women develop a distorted and negative view of their own bodies and compare themselves to fashion models or other people on social media. Among many women, the goal is often to become thin. Adult men have similar experiences, too, comparing themselves to athletes and masculine stereotypes. Unfortunately, men have a tendency in our society to stigmatize the very act of seeking help for an eating disorder. This can prevent men from seeking treatment until their health deteriorates quickly.

At Eating Disorder Solutions, we understand how eating disorders can affect men and women differently, as well as adults vs. teenagers. Our treatment programs are tailored to the individual and are highly targeted to get to the root of the eating disorder. We guide clients through their journey with acceptance and kindness in our warm and welcoming environment in Dallas, TX.

LGBTQ+ individuals experienced unique stressors that may contribute to the development of an eating disorder. In fact, research shows that, beginning as early as 12, people who are gay, lesbian, or bisexual, may be at a higher risk of binge-eating and purging than heterosexual peers. These individuals may be dealing with a flood of emotions from their experiences such as the fear of rejection or experience of rejection by loved ones, being a victim to bullying because of their sexual orientation, or may have internalized negative beliefs about their own sexuality that have spurred an eating disorder.

At Eating Disorder Solutions, we don’t just treat the eating disorder — we dig deep to address the underlying causes of the eating disorders for whole body, mind, and spirit recovery.