The Eating Disorders Outreach Program provides treatment for presenting concerns related to:
- Anorexia nervosa
- Bulimia nervosa
- Binge eating disorder
- Disordered eating behaviours
Eating disorders are serious mental health disorders characterized by excessive concern with shape, weight and the ability to control these factors. There are many health, social and emotional risks for individuals with an eating problem. It is possible to recover and help is available.
This is a satellite program of the London Health Sciences Centre Eating Disorders Service.
Warning Signs of an Eating Disorder
Warning signs of an eating disorder can include any of the following:
- Highly concerned with shape, weight and personal control over these factors
- Poor and distorted body image
- Significant weight loss
- Fear of, or refusal to, weight gain
- Unusual eating habits
- Obsession with food (cooking, shopping, etc.)
- Extreme weight management techniques including laxative use, vomiting and excessive exercise
- Loss or absence of menses
- Social isolation, depression and/or irritability
Services Provided
- Individual cognitive behavioural therapy for eating disorders (CBT-E) and Family-Based Therapy (FBT) by an Eating Disorders Clinician (Master of Social Work)
Individuals who require more intensive treatment will be referred to appropriate services, such as the London Health Sciences Centre Eating Disorders Service.
Eligibility
- 13 years of age and older
- Medically stable with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 16.5 or higher
- Have a Primary Care Provider (Physician or Nurse Practitioner) who can provide metabolic monitoring
- Resident of Perth County
Individuals who require more intensive treatment will be referred to appropriate services, such as the London Health Sciences Centre Eating Disorders Service.
Referrals & Resources
Referrals- Referrals must be made by a Primary Care Provider (Physician or Nurse Practitioner) and include recent medical evaluation (physical examination and laboratory investigations).
- Eating Disorders Referral Form
Resources
Contact Information:
519-272-8210, ext. 2570 or Toll-Free: 1-888-275-1102 ext. 2570
Fax: 519-272-8226
If you need someone to talk to, are struggling with your mental health or addiction, or need to be connected to mental health services please call the Huron Perth Helpline and Crisis Response Team at 1-888-829-7484