Most people with eating disorders agree that talking about their food problems is extremely difficult, especially when they have maintained an appearance of competence and well-being for so long. While they may be embarrassed to “tell all” to a friend or family member, especially at the beginning of recovery, confiding in a professional therapist can feel safer and easier. Also, one misconception they share is that they can get well on their own, but this is rarely true and possibly the result of a fear of relationships in general. Thus, therapy is a way to face what feels like shameful behaviors and difficult feelings, as well as an opportunity to learn how to trust and interact with another person... Read More >>
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