Comorbid Conditions EXPLAINED

Eating Disorders and Comorbid Conditions

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Body Dysmorphic EXPLAINED?

What Is Comorbid Conditions in Eating Disorders?

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1.25M

people living with an eating disorder

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Reassure readers that Comorbid Conditions is a recognised, treatable mental health condition.

46%

of Adults feel unhappy about appearance

ASPECTS OF IMPORTANCE

Why Comorbid Conditions Matter in Recovery

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Conditions We Commonly Support

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How We Support you

How We Address Comorbid Conditions in Treatment

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  • 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

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  • 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

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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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