The reasons someone develops an eating disorder are varied and complicated. The myth that anorexia or bulimia is a "choice" is just that - a myth. It's vital for someone with an eating disorder to get treatment as quickly as possible, but choosing a treatment can be tough; it seems there are as many treatment options as causes for eating disorders.

"To be most effective, treatment for an eating disorder must address both the physical and psychological aspects of the problem. The goal is to treat any medical or nutritional needs, promote a healthy relationship with food, and teach constructive ways to cope with life and its challenges."

Psychotherapy, nutritional counseling, and support groups are different facets of treatment that can all work together. Residential treatment also is a viable treatment option as it gets the person out of her normal environment and into a place where new habits can be formed. Read more at AmericanChronicle.com.

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