Be Familiar With Treatments for Eating Disorders
February 2023
Eating disorders have the highest overall mortality rate of any mental illness.
Emphasize that nondrug approaches, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or family-based therapy, are the primary treatment.
Expect to see meds added if these aren’t enough. But be aware that most studies suggest meds have little impact on outcomes.
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