treatment for eating disorders

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Dr. Susan Woods, Psychologist, Schenectady, NY

Q&A- Is It Normal for Everyone in the Family to Have an Eating Disorder?

Q: Is It Normal for Everyone in the Family to Have an Eating Disorder? A: Eating disorders are serious and often life threatening diseases, and there is scientific evidence to show that they do run in families.  It is not “normal”, however, for anyone to have an eating disorder. There can […]

Dr. Susan Woods, Psychologist, Schenectady, NY

Q&A- Is My Daughter Developing an Eating Disorder?

Q: My 10 Year Old Daughter is slightly overweight.  I’ve recently noticed that she hides how much she is eating.  Should I be concerned that she is developing an eating disorder? A: The development of eating disorders in pre-pubescent girls is a common phenomenon today.  A child who is slightly […]