Clementine Bulimia Nervosa Treatment Center
In Malibu Lake, CA
Bulimia nervosa is a serious mental health condition that affects people of all ages, races, genders and cultural backgrounds. In fact, bulimia nervosa is one of the most common and recognizable eating disorders in the world. This type of eating disorder is characterized by a reoccurring cycle of binge eating and purging behaviors. Additionally, people with bulimia nervosa may also experience a negative body image, anxiety and depression.
For adolescents who are interested in comprehensive residential bulimia nervosa treatment, Clementine proudly offers access to both psychiatric and medical care at the highest level of care available outside of a hospital. We understand just how frightening a bulimia nervosa diagnosis can be and are dedicated to providing quality care in a safe, luxurious and home-like setting.
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Seeking Treatment for a Bulimia Nervosa in Malibu Lake
The development of bulimia nervosa in teens means that, without proper treatment, many of our clients are at risk for a variety of harmful long-term health complications. Before parents finalize their search for the best inpatient bulimia nervosa treatment center, it’s important to become more acquainted about the potential health consequences associated with the condition.
Common Signs and Symptoms of Bulimia Nervosa
- For many adolescents, bulimia nervosa begins with an obsession surrounding food and body weight. This obsession may include cutting out certain food groups, excessive dieting and binging on sugary or “unhealthy” foods.
- Adolescents with this condition also tend to skip meals frequently. They may use the restroom often during or after meals to purge whatever they have eaten. And they often experience a lack of self-control when binge eating.
- Parents may notice the signs associated with self-induced vomiting as well. In fact, it is very common to hear the toilet flushing often in a single trip. Other signs of self-induced vomiting include calluses on the knuckles or back of hands, discolored teeth or sensitive teeth and bad breath.
Long-Term Bulimia Nervosa Effects
- For young women, bulimia nervosa often has an effect on the natural menstrual cycle. In many cases, teens will experience infrequent periods or stop menstruating altogether. After recovery, many will eventually return to a normal menstrual cycle, but this can take months or even years.
- Self-induced vomiting after a binge can quickly result in dehydration. And if left untreated, this can lead to dangerous electrolyte imbalances in the body. Electrolyte imbalances have a negative effect on every major organ system, including the heart. Many teens with bulimia nervosa disorder experience an irregular heartbeat and without treatment, are at risk of heart failure.
- For individuals who turn to self-induced vomiting as a way of purging, the risk of damaging the esophagus is greatly increased. In episodes where self-induced vomiting is particularly violent, the esophagus can actually tear and bleed. These reoccurring episodes can also result in tooth decay and painful enamel erosion.
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The Good News: Comprehensive Bulimia Nervosa Treatment in Malibu Lake
Malibu Lake is nestled away in the Santa Monica Mountains in the popular Agoura Hills neighborhood outside of Los Angeles. This beautiful and secluded area is a favorite retreat for visitors from across southern California and beyond. At Clementine, we love the Agoura Hills area because it offers our clients a calm and tranquil getaway where they can focus on recovery.
Adolescent Bulimia Nervosa Treatment at Clementine
With the help of early intervention and a strong support system, long-term eating disorder recovery is possible. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with an eating disorder and are interested in learning more about treatment for bulimia nervosa disorder in adolescents, please call 855.900.2221 to speak with one of our compassionate admissions specialists today.
We’re Here to Help
Get started on your journey to recovery.
All submissions are confidential. An admissions specialist will call you soon.
WE'RE HERE TO HELP
Find out more about our unique approach to eating disorder treatment and recovery.
SEEKING HELP? CALL US TODAY!