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Eating Disorders Today by Joanna Poppink, MFT

OhmGirl

Recovery without IP?

Do you believe it is possible to recover from a long-term eating disorder without a formal IOP or IP program?

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recovery, ip, anorexia, bulimia, eating disorder

Posted 2008-03-03T00:32:45Z
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SallySue

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I'm guessing it is possible, but very very difficult, and if I may be so bold, a little unnecessary. A good program can be so helpful and meaningful and actually address more issues than just the eating disorder, that giving up on it is really quite a shame.

Posted 2008-03-03T05:05:00Z

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OhmGirl

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I don't think you're being bold at all. A part of me knows that a more formalized program would be an outstanding thing. The other part... knows my insurance only covers 80% of it and I really can't afford that other 20%. Let alone the time taken off work (or leave with reduced pay). I feel stuck between a rock and a hard place. I could benefit from that level of support... but I can't afford it. I can barely keep up with the cost of a therapist once a week!

Posted 2008-03-03T15:13:33Z

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Jonny123

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unlikely, here is a short article about it

anorexia treatment

Posted 2008-09-12T10:02:34Z

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GradyPhil

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There should a proper counseling and an appropriate Eating disorder treatment so that the patient could have a successful recovery from a particular illness.

Posted 2009-06-24T16:28:22Z

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