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Eating disorders are serious mental health illnesses that can have profound physical and psychological effects on individuals of all ages.  Eating disorders can be heartbreaking for both the victim and their friends and family. Thankfully, patients have multiple treatment options when it comes to the main two eating disorders , anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. These treatments include guided help, psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, group therapy, and medication. However, under more severe circumstances a patient may be brought to an eating disorder facility. It is essential that nurses at these ED facilities have an understanding of eating disorders, their signs and symptoms , and patients’ triggers and behaviors in order to provide respectful care and support to those living with an eating disorder.  Let’s discuss the two main eating disorders and their treatment options in more detail. What Can You Do to Treat Eating Disorders – Treatment Options for S...

Grieving is a natural process, and everyone reacts differently to loss. The grieving process can be irregular and unpredictable. Handling grief after losing a patient can be difficult, especially if you’re unaware you are grieving. People who are associated with the medical field often experience professional burnout. A nursing career can be incredibly rewarding, but there are certainly a variety of stressors. It is possible that this burnout may lead to post-traumatic stress disorder or depression. However, you don’t have to feel alone in facing your grief. In order to cope with grief, there are several things you can do. Knowing how to handle grief after losing a patient can help you cope with loss in a healthy way.   Definition of Grief Grief is a natural emotional response programmed by our body to happen when we have suffered a loss or trauma. It’s an unconscious process and has been deeply evolved over centuries to keep us safe from threats. There is no specific tim...