Eating Disordered behavior reflects a dysfunctional relationship with the self. Family members cannot "fix" the eating disordered individual. It is a unique combination of heredity, environment, culture and conditioning that cause eating disorders to develop.....It is not anyone's "fault"; it is important to remember that everyone has the same goal of a healthy and happy life for the victim of an eating disorder...be patient and non-judgmental, listen, and remember that it is their responsibility to do the recovery work.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Help for Family Members of an Eating Disorder Sufferer
Eating Disordered behavior reflects a dysfunctional relationship with the self. Family members cannot "fix" the eating disordered individual. It is a unique combination of heredity, environment, culture and conditioning that cause eating disorders to develop.....It is not anyone's "fault"; it is important to remember that everyone has the same goal of a healthy and happy life for the victim of an eating disorder...be patient and non-judgmental, listen, and remember that it is their responsibility to do the recovery work.
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