Eating disorders
WHAT IS ANOREXIA?
Anorexia is when a person refuses to eat or lacks the desire to eat. This can be caused by many different factors, but is primarily linked to self image. There is a form of anorexia in which a person actually views himself or herself as heavier than they are and has a distorted body image that is not based on reality. This is a psychological disorder and a person struggling with this issue should seek professional counsel from a licensed therapist. Anorexics sometimes hide their condition or the size of their bodies by wearing baggy clothes and eating small bites.
WHAT IS BULIMIA?
Bulimia is when a person is binge eating, which is eating way too much all at once. This is followed by self-induced vomiting to avoid weight gain. Someone suffering from bulimia usually has a low self-image and struggles with feeling out-of-control. Bulimia is also associated with other out-of-control behaviors like acting out sexually, having low self-esteem, and substance abuse.
WHAT DOES GOD THINK?
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 is a great verse to keep in mind: "Don't you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body." God knows your pain, your problems and your struggles. He desires that you be able to live a fulfilled life! (Check out John 10:10). There are a lot of causes as to why eating disorders exist. I would highly recommend you see a Christian professional for support. A lot of times when we go through things like this we normally attack the symptom, which leaves the root intact with the ability to grow back. I would suggest attacking at the root, which would take partnering with parents, a Christian professional, church and friends. Usually when we struggle with something, we isolate ourselves and instead of reaching out we try to handle it on our own. Don't give into the temptation to isolate yourself, reach out!!!!!
I'm struggling and I want help. We would love to help you ! Email us at bsmmont@gmail.com.
Anorexia is when a person refuses to eat or lacks the desire to eat. This can be caused by many different factors, but is primarily linked to self image. There is a form of anorexia in which a person actually views himself or herself as heavier than they are and has a distorted body image that is not based on reality. This is a psychological disorder and a person struggling with this issue should seek professional counsel from a licensed therapist. Anorexics sometimes hide their condition or the size of their bodies by wearing baggy clothes and eating small bites.
WHAT IS BULIMIA?
Bulimia is when a person is binge eating, which is eating way too much all at once. This is followed by self-induced vomiting to avoid weight gain. Someone suffering from bulimia usually has a low self-image and struggles with feeling out-of-control. Bulimia is also associated with other out-of-control behaviors like acting out sexually, having low self-esteem, and substance abuse.
WHAT DOES GOD THINK?
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 is a great verse to keep in mind: "Don't you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body." God knows your pain, your problems and your struggles. He desires that you be able to live a fulfilled life! (Check out John 10:10). There are a lot of causes as to why eating disorders exist. I would highly recommend you see a Christian professional for support. A lot of times when we go through things like this we normally attack the symptom, which leaves the root intact with the ability to grow back. I would suggest attacking at the root, which would take partnering with parents, a Christian professional, church and friends. Usually when we struggle with something, we isolate ourselves and instead of reaching out we try to handle it on our own. Don't give into the temptation to isolate yourself, reach out!!!!!
I'm struggling and I want help. We would love to help you ! Email us at bsmmont@gmail.com.
