Eating Disorders in Relation to Depression Alexander City AL

A depressive disorder can be defined as a set of symptoms ranging from mild to severe that coexist with overwhelming feelings of sadness and an inability to take pleasure in activities that were once enjoyed to the extent that they interfere with normal daily routines.

Lighthouse of Tallapoosa County Inc
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Alexander City, AL
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Alabama Abuse Counseling Center
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1612 3rd Avenue North
Bessemer, AL
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Birmingham, AL
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Franklin Primary Health Center
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Mobile, AL
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Lighthouse Counseling Center Inc
(334) 286-5980x222
1415 East South Boulevard
Montgomery, AL
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Oakmont Center
(205) 787-7100
2008 21st Street Ensley
Birmingham, AL
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Veterans Affairs Medical Center
(205) 554-2000x2690
3701 Loop Road East
Tuscaloosa, AL
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Substance abuse , Halfway house
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(256) 582-4465
22165 U.S. Highway 431
Guntersville, AL
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(205) 221-1799
2195 North Airport Road
Jasper, AL
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Eating Disorders in Relation to Depression

There are increased chances of developing a depressive disorder if the eating disorder goes untreated for a longer period, and however at the same time, depression and other mental health problems are also known to add to the danger of developing an eating disorder. The fact is there is a relationship between depression and eating disorders and other mental health problems can coexist with both. Both depression and eating disorders are becoming increasingly common. According to the Mental Health Foundation 10% of the population in the UK will experience some form of depression every year, and 2% of women as well as some men will suffer from an eating disorder. Anorexia is more likely to affect young women whereas bulimia is more likely to affect older women and is more common than anorexia. Compulsive eating affects both women and men equally and approximately 10% of all people with eating disorders are men.What is a depressive disorder?

A depressive disorder can be defined as a set of symptoms ranging from mild to severe that coexist with overwhelming feelings of sadness and an inability to take pleasure in activities that were once enjoyed to the extent that they interfere with normal daily routines. There are several different types of depressive disorders including clinical depression, bipolar disorder or manic depression, post natal depression, seasonal affective disorder or SAD and post traumatic stress disorder. No one knows why some people become depressed and not ...

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