1,500 Young Females Seek Assist for Eating Disorders
The number of young ladies trying to findtreatment solution for eating disorders
rose by almost 200 last yr, reaching close to 1,500, based on calculated results.
Issues with bulimia and anorexia caused 1,447 young women to consult their nurse practitioner or general physician, and 222 of these young women were under the age of 18.
The total is up from 1,279 the previous year, although it is lower than the 1,526 recorded in 2005-06.
It was a question raised by Ross Finnie, parliamentary Liberal Democrat health spokesman, that prompted Public Health Minister Shona Robison to release these findings.
In 2008-09, males aged 10 to 30 were discharged from hospital after being diagnosed with an eating disorder, with four treated in psychiatric hospitals.
In light of these findings, Mr. Finnie implored the Scottish Government to address this high risk category of individuals, by enhancing the care available to them. "There is much focus on the widespread problem of obesity in Scotland, but there isn't enough attention being paid to the critical issue of eating disorders", Mr. Finnie announced.
Mr. Finne added, "When bulimia and anorexia are undiagnosed and neglected, the results may be equally as deadly as those caused by obesity." That's why these figures that show a rise in the number of young women approaching their GP or practice nurse for help with eating disorders are so concerning.
"We know that Scotland is lagging behind the rest of the UK when it comes to proper support and diagnosis. The Health Secretary must reflect on these figures and take steps to improve care for these vulnerable people."
A Scottish Government spokeswoman said: "We are working with NHS boards and their partners to deliver a range of services to support those with an eating disorder and their families and to help them recover.
Along with our commitment to this support and service, we are advancing care in the area of the psychological elements of eating disorders, which will result in enhanced response to depression accompanying these conditions."
1,500 Young Females Seek Assist for Eating Disorders
By: JenniferSzeto
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