The term ‘Eating Disorder' refers to a group of conditions characterised by severe disturbances and difficulties in eating. Eating Disorders can have severe effects on a persons emotional, psychological and physical well being.

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 Someone who suffers from Anorexia Nervosa will make determined efforts to lose weight and maintain a weight that is below a normal body weight for their age, sex and height. It is common in young female adolescents but males and adults can also suffer from Anorexia Nervosa.  Read More ...

Many people who suffer from Bulimia Nervosa will maintain a body weight that is normal for their age, sex and height. Bulimia Nervosa is common in women aged 15 - 25. Sufferers may self induce vomiting or abuse laxatives in an attempt to control their weight.

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Binge Eating Disorder involves a person repeatedly binging/ over eating, but not purging (inducing vomiting) as in the case of Bulimia Nervosa. It is common in both men and women. Some sufferers may experience significant weight gain but this is not always the case. Read More ...

 There is not one single cause of an eating disorder. Eating Disorders can develop as a result of a number of factors including; stress in ones' life (at home, in work or school), a traumatic event, a loss or bereavement, a breakdown in a relationship or bullying and negative comments about ones' weight and/or shape.

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It can be difficult and confusing when someone close to you has an Eating Disorder but is important that you do not give up. Denial and resistance to treatment is common in Eating Disorders. Recovery can be a long and difficult process. Read More ...

 

If you feel that you or a family member has an Eating Disorder you should seek help and advice from your GP or Consultant Psychiatrist if you have one as soon as possible. Read More ...

Referral is either by your GP or Consultant Psychiatrist. You will then be sent an appointment date for an assessment with a member of our specialised team. You will then be informed if it is recommended that you receive inpatient or outpatient treatment. Click Here for more information about the Eating Disorder Programme at St Patrick's Hospital.

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We offer one of the very few inpatient services in Ireland. A holistic approach to treatment is offered which will take into acount your needs and wishes.

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Inpatient stay varies depending on the individual and the severity of the condition. Our aim is to assist you in your recovery so you can return to a normal life as soon as possible. An inpatient stay is followed by a day care programme which decreases according to improvement of the condition. We then offer an aftercare programme for outpatients which includes 18 month counselling and patient monitoring.

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