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Seeking support for an eating disorder can feel like a really big step. You might feel anxious about what treatment has in store, or you may be concerned about the wellbeing of a loved one. At ABBI Clinic, we’re here to help you through every stage of the recovery journey, and that journey can often start with learning more about eating disorders and how they can be treated.

Explore our range of blogs and find expert information to help guide you or your loved one through the eating disorder healing process.

long term effects of orthorexia

Dr Jaya Verma

What Are the Long Term Effects of Orthorexia?

Orthorexia often begins with the intention to eat healthily. Over time, though, it can shift from a lifestyle choice into an unhealthy obsession. Instead of supporting wellbeing it begins to harm it. The big question many people ask is: what are the long-term effects of orthorexia? At ABBI Clinic, we understand how orthorexia mainly affects […]

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orthorexia warning signs

Dr Jaya Verma

Orthorexia Warning Signs, Symptoms and Treatment

Introduction Orthorexia is an eating disorder that focuses on an obsession with “clean” or “healthy” eating. While making good food choices is important orthorexia goes far beyond this. It can harm both mental and physical health and may lead to serious long-term consequences if left untreated. At ABBI Clinic, we work with children, young people […]

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development of eating disorders in males

Dr Jaya Verma

Why Do Eating Disorders Develop in Males?

“You don’t look like you have an eating disorder.” That’s a phrase many men hear when they bravely speak up about their struggles. The truth? Eating disorders don’t have a “look” and they certainly aren’t gender-exclusive. For too long, eating disorders have been seen as something that only affects young girls. But behind closed doors, […]

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ways to overcome eating disorders

Dr Jaya Verma

What is the Best Way to Overcome Eating Disorders?

Eating disorder treatment is often misunderstood. People imagine it’s all about weight gain, food charts, or forcing meals. True recovery is far more complex and far more human. At ABBI Clinic, we don’t just treat behaviours. We listen to the story behind them. Because behind every food rule, skipped meal, or binge is someone simply […]

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psychiatrist explaining why eating disorders are more common today

Dr Jaya Verma

Why Are Eating Disorders More Common Today?

Why modern life is fueling a silent mental health crisis. Let’s be honest, eating disorders aren’t new. But they are more visible, more talked about, and sadly, more common today than ever before. At ABBI  Clinic, we’ve seen an undeniable increase in people reaching out for help. The question we keep hearing is: why now? […]

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psychiatrist telling to patient how to prevent from eating disorders

Dr Jaya Verma

How Can One Prevent Eating Disorders?

Eating disorder treatment doesn’t have to begin in crisis. What if we could step in sooner before someone starts skipping meals, hiding snacks, or fearing their reflection? What if prevention didn’t come from leaflets and lessons, but from conversations at home, schools that understand, and a society that stops shaming bodies? People don’t develop eating […]

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Access eating disorder treatment at ABBI Clinic

If you are ready to seek help for an eating disorder, whether for yourself or on behalf of someone you care about, we are here. Taking that first step can feel daunting, and we want to make it as straightforward as possible.

Learn more about accessing and funding your treatment at ABBI Clinic, or call us on 07741 521547 to speak with a member of the ABBI team who will be happy to help.