Comorbid Conditions EXPLAINED

Eating Disorders and Comorbid Conditions

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Comorbid Conditions EXPLAINED?

What Is Comorbid Conditions in Eating Disorders?

The London Centre team are able to treat the below difficulties in isolation, at the same time as eating disorder treatment, or following successful eating disorder treatment (if further treatment is required). Should you be experiencing symptoms that you do not feel fit into any of the below categories do feel free to contact us to discuss whether we are able to help.

1.25M

people living with an eating disorder

The below conditions commonly exist alongside an eating disorder.

They are often referred to as ‘co-morbid’ disorders when existing at the same time as an eating disorder.

46%

of Adults feel unhappy about appearance

ASPECTS OF IMPORTANCE

Why Comorbid Conditions Matter in Recovery

Explain how comorbid conditions can shape the experience of an eating disorder. Mention that treatment plans must consider both primary and secondary conditions to support full recovery.
Emphasise that integrated care helps individuals understand their emotional patterns and build long-term resilience.

Conditions We Commonly Support

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How can we support you?

Other / Co-morbid Conditions We Treat

The below conditions commonly exist alongside an eating disorder. They are often referred to as ‘co-morbid’ disorders when existing at the same time as an eating disorder. The London Centre team are able to treat the below difficulties in isolation, at the same time as eating disorder treatment, or following successful eating disorder treatment (if further treatment is required). Should you be experiencing symptoms that you do not feel fit into any of the below categories do feel free to contact us to discuss whether we are able to help.

Depression

Depression is a common emotional disorder that is experienced by a large number of eating disorder sufferers, though not all. Individuals with depression may feel ‘numb’ of emotions, or may feel distressed and tearful a lot of the time.

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Low self esteem

In general, self esteem is used to describe a person’s overall sense of his or her worth or value.

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Anxiety

Anxiety is a normal emotion that we all experience at times.

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

OCD has two characteristic elements: obsessions (undesirable, recurrent, intrusive, distressing thoughts and worries) and compulsions (repetitive or ritualized physical or mental behaviors used to combat or ‘neutralise’ the obsessions).

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Perfectionism

Perfectionism refers to the setting of excessively high standards. These can either be standards that we set for ourselves, or the standards that we expect others to have of us.

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Borderline Personality Disorder / Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a type of ‘personality disorder’. It is sometimes called Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD).

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Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Autism spectrum disorder is not a mental health condition, however it is known to commonly exist alongside eating disorders, in particular anorexia.

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How We Support you

How We Address Comorbid Conditions in Treatment

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Reassure readers that treatment is personalised and evolves as needs change.
  • Persistent dissatisfaction with appearance
  • Excessive checking or avoiding mirrors
  • Avoidance of clothing, social events, or photos
  • Distress or anxiety linked to self-perception
  • Negative self-talk or comparison with others
  • Changes in eating, exercising, or social behaviour
Personalised Care

Therapies Used to Treat
Comorbid Conditions

Mention CBT-E, MANTRA, Schema Therapy, DBT, CFT, EMDR, and family-based therapies. Explain that these methods help individuals address underlying emotional patterns and behaviours across multiple conditions.

  • CBT-E (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders)
  • MANTRA Therapy
  • Schema Therapy
  • Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
  • Family Therapy, including Family-Based Treatment (FBT)
  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)
A Place of Specialist Support

When to Seek Help for
Comorbid Conditions

Explain that individuals should consider help when emotional distress, anxiety, depression, or behavioural patterns begin affecting daily life or worsening eating disorder symptoms. Reassure that seeking help early supports better recovery outcomes. Encourage readers to explore the linked condition pages to learn more.

FAQ’s

FAQs About Body Image Treatment

An assessment is a confidential, supportive conversation with a specialist clinician. We explore your relationship with food, the emotional factors involved, and any physical or behavioural symptoms to help guide the most appropriate treatment plan for you.

Yes. Many people recover fully through outpatient treatment, which provides effective, evidence-based support without the need for inpatient admission.

CBT-E and MANTRA are among the leading evidence-based approaches and are widely recommended for bulimia nervosa. Other therapies may be integrated depending on your individual needs.

Absolutely. Family involvement — particularly through family therapy or structured joint sessions — can be an important part of recovery, especially for children and adolescents.

We pride ourselves on maintaining short waiting times. Our team responds quickly and confidentially to new enquiries, and appointments can typically begin within a short timeframe. In order to simplify our booking process for people who want to see a clinician asap, we created our Fast-Track Assessment Service which you can access here.

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Take the First Step Toward Support and Understanding

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