For people struggling with adult Anorexia, the desire to be thin is so strong it drives harmful behaviors like extreme dieting and exercising, intentional starvation, self-induced vomiting and even the abuse of laxatives or diuretics. That’s because adults with anorexia have an irrational fear of gaining weight that is often coupled with an inaccurate body image—the overweight person they see in the mirror is not the person others see.

Unfortunately, the negative impact of adult Anorexia extends far beyond what is visible on the surface. Over time, anorexia in adults can lead to a host of serious medical problems ranging from malnutrition to major organ damage and more. Left untreated, anorexia has the highest mortality rate of any mental health disorder. However, not all hope is lost. At Growth Extended, we offer comprehensive treatment for adult anorexia that addresses both the outward symptoms of the disorder and the co-occurring conditions or underlying causes that may also play a role.