Focus on.... EDNOS/OSFED
Eating
Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (or EDNOS) is now increasingly known
as OSFED (Other Specified Feeding and Eating Disorder) accounts for the
highest percentage of eating disorders.
EDNOS/OSFED is just as serious and debilitating as any other form of eating disorder and needs to be taken more seriously.
Unfortunately,
however, in our experience, this is often not the case and many are not
given appropriate treatment or support (whether from family, friends,
professionals and others) and the condition can deteriorte and even
change into another form of eating disorder.
WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT EDNOS/OSFED? Then read on.....
EDNOS/OSFED is the most commonly diagnosed eating disorder in clinical settings.
It
has often been described as ‘partial syndrome’; however, in our
opinion, referring to an eating disorder as 'partial' presents several
problems, namely that the client or patient is denied support.
EDNOS/OSFED
describes a form eating disorder/disordered eating that does not meet
all of diagnostic criteria for a specific eating disorder, such as
Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa or Binge Eating Disorder.
As we
know, eating disorders, regardless of which name they have, or form
they take, are complex mental health conditions and, undoubtedly, there
are many variations in typical signs and symptoms experienced by
individuals.
While some may experience some of ‘typical’ or
shared symptoms, not all signs and symptoms will apply to all. The range
of thoughts, feelings and behaviours experienced can differ from
person-to-person.
Consequently, it is important that EDNOS/OSFED
is treated just as seriously and appropriately as those displaying ‘full
syndrome’ eating disorders. Their illness is no less severe, serious or
debilitating than a ‘full syndrome’ eating disorder and those
experiencing EDNOS/OSFED deserve to be taken seriously and offered
appropriate support & treatment.
Someone experiencing
EDNOS/OSFED will display some, but not all, of clinical diagnostic
criteria for particular eating disorder.
After reading this
information about EDNOS/OSFED, you might be thinking 'Do I have a
problem with food and eating?' or 'Do I have a difficult relationship
with food and eating? We aim not to put labels on the people we work
with (unless, of course they want a name for the type of eating problem
they might be experiencing).
We tend to look at the symptoms,
behaviours, thoughts, feelings and any other signs that might
demonstrate that you're having a difficult time with food and eating.
If
you wish to reflect a little more on your relationship with food and
eating or become aware of some of the behaviours. thoughts and
experiences you may be experiencing with food and eating, try the little
Self-Questionnaire on our website here: https://eatingdisorderscotland.co.uk/eating-questionnaire.html
This will help you to reflect
and become aware of your own eating habits and relationship with food.
It's confidential and we don't receive a copy of your completed
questionnaire.
Some questions will apply to you and others will
not. We are all different: our experiences and problems with food and
eating will be individual to each of us and differ from person-to-person
Remember,
as we said above, try not to let the 'labels' or 'names' put you off:
most people with food and eating problems experience a combination of
these, often at the same time or over a period of time.
No matter
what problems and difficulties you are experiencing, you deserve help,
support and someone to talk to. We are here to listen, support and be
with you on the journey to getting better. We can provide psychotherapy,
counselling and dietetic and nutrition services in person at our
offices in Glasgow city centre and online and telephone appointments to
anyone across the UK.
Our contact details are below.
Best wishes,
Talking EDs (Eating Disorder Support Service Scotland)
CONTACT DETAILS
W: www.eatingdisorderscotland.co.uk
E: support@eatingdisorderscotland.co.uk
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