A common characteristic of eating disorders like anorexia or bulimia is a lack of awareness of the disorder and, consequently, a lack of motivation to recover.
In boys who have had anorexia, physical development can be altered, especially regarding height, muscle mass, and bone density. These changes are related to the effects of food restriction and weight loss on the hormonal system.
Transforming harmful voices into caring voices in the context of eating disorders (EDs) involves identifying negative inner voices and then replacing them with empowering and protective thoughts.
Identifying when the eating disorder is speaking and when the person is speaking is a complex process, as the disorder's thoughts are often mistaken for one's own.