Eating Disorder Treatment

Eating disorder treatment makes a tremendous difference in people's lives, but it can be difficult to know what type of eating disorder treatment is best and what type of treatment is needed. National statistics state that the most effective type of eating disorder treatment is a residential treatment facility since outpatient treatment does not provide the individual and clinical care that is needed. The more support you can receive medically, clinically and psychiatrically the better your chances for recovery will be.

Choosing and Eating Disorder Treatment Program

Choosing treatment for your eating disorder is more difficult than many people think. Many individuals imagine every eating disorder treatment to be the same and so would just choose the program closest to home. Unfortunately they are not all the same and to make a decision based only on that criterion is not a good idea. There is no single eating disorder treatment program that is right for everyone. To determine what type of eating disorder treatment is best there are many factors to consider and questions that should be asked such as:

• Does the eating disorder treatment center provide individualized treatment?
• What is the center's philosophy for the treatment of eating disorders?
• What type of medical and psychiatric care is provided?
• What is the center's licensure?
• What are the credentials of the staff?

Even after acquiring this valuable information most people still are not sure about their decision. For this reason we have developed a helpline to provide assistance for you to determine which eating disorder treatment center can best meet your needs.

Call Lakeview Health Services to match available treatment services to your recovery needs. Don't wait - you can call us toll-free, any time of day or night at 1-800-884-1727. All calls are completely confidential.