We know that once you have made the decision to begin your journey to recovery
it can be confusing and overwhelming when it comes to choosing what treatment is
most appropriate for you, as well as being manageable financially. Many of us
don't understand the various options out there and what the differences are - so
we decided to de-mystify them for you.
it can be confusing and overwhelming when it comes to choosing what treatment is
most appropriate for you, as well as being manageable financially. Many of us
don't understand the various options out there and what the differences are - so
we decided to de-mystify them for you.
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When a person is "inpatient" it means that they will be living at the facility for a period of time ranging from weeks to several months. The facility usually has medical doctors, registered nurses, therapists, dieticians and sometimes volunteers on staff to work with individuals on a daily basis. It is intended to provide a safe environment in which to recover.
Some facilities are exclusively for patients battling eating disorders such as ED units on NHS wards, as well as in private programs (UK) and Remuda Ranch for example (USA) while others may be care provided on general psychiatric wards or in faith-based residential programs such as Mercy Ministies. Depending on the facility, care can vary, but it may include: group sessions, one-on-one therapy, medical evaluations, weigh-ins, nutritional counseling, art therapy, medication administration etc. There will usually be some form of 'ward round' or weekly meeting in which yourself, your family and the professionals involved in your care can review your progress and alter your plan of care according to what works or doesn't work for you.
Some facilities are exclusively for patients battling eating disorders such as ED units on NHS wards, as well as in private programs (UK) and Remuda Ranch for example (USA) while others may be care provided on general psychiatric wards or in faith-based residential programs such as Mercy Ministies. Depending on the facility, care can vary, but it may include: group sessions, one-on-one therapy, medical evaluations, weigh-ins, nutritional counseling, art therapy, medication administration etc. There will usually be some form of 'ward round' or weekly meeting in which yourself, your family and the professionals involved in your care can review your progress and alter your plan of care according to what works or doesn't work for you.
"Outpatient" means you can continue to live at home or with family and recieve treatment either at home, by attending day programmes at eating disorder units or attending other community mental health buildings. Care is given by a multi-disciplinary team consisting often of General Practictioners,
Psychiatrists, Dieticians, Mental Health Nurses, Therapists, Counsellers, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Support Workers. Appointments are scheduled in accordance to an individuals needs.
Psychiatrists, Dieticians, Mental Health Nurses, Therapists, Counsellers, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Support Workers. Appointments are scheduled in accordance to an individuals needs.
Group support or therapy can take place within an inpatient program, an outpatient program, a therapists office, or within an independent support group. Support groups can vary in their objectives and it is important to find out the goals and methods of the group you wish to attend. Group support may be aimed at
the sufferers getting support and understanding from peers, or it may be aimed at incorporating members of the family. Support groups can be facilited by a professional therapist, intern, recovered person, loved-one of a person living with an Eating Disorder, or someone else interested in working to help others (and maybe themselves) recover. Online support groups exist on sites such as
Safe Haven, B-eat and even in our WeRFreEDomFighters facebook page. It's important to think about what your needs are and which group, if any will meet your needs (see links page).
the sufferers getting support and understanding from peers, or it may be aimed at incorporating members of the family. Support groups can be facilited by a professional therapist, intern, recovered person, loved-one of a person living with an Eating Disorder, or someone else interested in working to help others (and maybe themselves) recover. Online support groups exist on sites such as
Safe Haven, B-eat and even in our WeRFreEDomFighters facebook page. It's important to think about what your needs are and which group, if any will meet your needs (see links page).