ANOREXIA. SOME SOBERING STATISTICS:
33-50% of patients with anorexia also suffer from an affective disorder such as depression. About half of people with anorexia also suffer from anxiety disorders, including obsessive-compulsive disorder and social phobia. 20% (20 out of 100) of those who develop anorexia die from the direct consequences of this disease. Half of these deaths are suicides. About 5% (5 out of 100) of people with anorexia will die within 10 years of the onset of the disease. 25% of people with anorexia are male. At the same time, men who develop anorexia have a higher risk of death, particularly because they are diagnosed late, as many people believe that men are not prone to eating disorders. These figures indicate that anorexia is the deadliest of mental illnesses. Behind these statistics are the lives of real people whose lives were cut short by the struggle for thinness. If you suspect you have an eating disorder, please seek help from a psychologist.
About the Author: Lolita Yambaeva Papacosta
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Cyprus. I provide therapy and assessment services for adults, children, adolescents, and their parents for a broad range of concerns and mental health issues. I speak Russian, English, and Greek fluently. I see clients in the office and offer online consultations through Skype. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental, and collaborative environment that fosters change and growth. I specialize in the assessment and treatment of a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, relationship difficulties, psychotic disorders, addiction, low self-esteem, panic attacks, challenging behavior, school and workplace difficulties, and trauma. I also help chronic disease patients to achieve better adaptation, learn how to manage and possibly reduce the frequency of exacerbations, and improve their overall well-being. It is an amazing feeling to see my clients grow and develop for the better.