I need some help because I am not sure what to do right now. My daughter had a bulimia episode and we are all very cautious about her behavior now. She understands that she had and still might have a problem, but I know that it would be very hard for her if bulimia attacks again. Are there relapses with this condition?
Those are possible and it usually happens in the moment of the great stress. I guess that it is a good thing she has overcome this condition and that she has a caring family that will support her each time she needs it. So, she should try to stay calm all the time, which is not easy at all but you and must help her as much as you can.
I know it's a few months late, but... the answer is yes.
I was never bulemic but I was anorexic when I was younger. It's been close to 10 years since I 'recovered' (I use that term losely) from it. BUT I still struggle with it every day of my life. These things become a habit, an addiction, an obsession. I feel a great sense of accomplishment when I can say that I've eaten three meals a day. Once you have either disorder you're in a constant state of recovery, I find myself forcing myself to eat every day at least twice a day. Because you don't know how hard it is to not just say "I can go today without eating. I'm busy, it's no big deal. I'll make it up tomorrow".
Bulimia is different on many levels, but I can't imagine that the psychology of it all is much different. I'm soooo happy your daughter is recovering. And I hope it's a lifelong accomplishment :-D She's done great in my eyes already.
I was never bulemic but I was anorexic when I was younger. It's been close to 10 years since I 'recovered' (I use that term losely) from it. BUT I still struggle with it every day of my life. These things become a habit, an addiction, an obsession. I feel a great sense of accomplishment when I can say that I've eaten three meals a day. Once you have either disorder you're in a constant state of recovery, I find myself forcing myself to eat every day at least twice a day. Because you don't know how hard it is to not just say "I can go today without eating. I'm busy, it's no big deal. I'll make it up tomorrow".
Bulimia is different on many levels, but I can't imagine that the psychology of it all is much different. I'm soooo happy your daughter is recovering. And I hope it's a lifelong accomplishment :-D She's done great in my eyes already.
It is said that bulimia relapes happen in the first year following the treatment. Here is some good news:
Therapy Hope For Eating Disorders