Eating Disorders Treatment
At GloFusion Health Clinic in Griffin, GA, we provide respectful, confidential care for eating disorders in teens and adults. We focus on safety, stabilization, and clear next steps, including coordination with therapists, dietitians, and higher levels of care when needed.
What Are Eating Disorders?
Eating disorders are serious mental and physical health conditions that affect a person’s relationship with food, body image, and weight. They are not a choice and not just about dieting.
Common eating disorders include:
- Anorexia nervosa – extreme restriction of food, intense fear of weight gain
- Bulimia nervosa – cycles of binge eating and compensatory behaviors, such as vomiting or overexercise
- Binge eating disorder – repeated episodes of eating large amounts of food with a feeling of loss of control
- Other specified feeding and eating disorders and disordered eating patterns
Without treatment, eating disorders can affect the heart, hormones, digestion, bones, and mood. Early evaluation and support make a difference.
Across Ages Symptoms
Eating disorders Symptoms Across Ages
In Children
- Refusing certain foods or whole food groups
- Fear of weight gain or “getting fat”
- Slow growth or weight loss
- Frequent stomachaches or food complaints
- Very slow eating or cutting food into tiny pieces
In Teens
- Obsession with calories, dieting, or “clean eating”
- Skipping meals or avoiding eating around others
- Excessive exercise or guilt after eating
- Rapid weight changes
- Mood swings, irritability, or withdrawal from friends
In Adults
- Strong fear of gaining weight, even at a low weight
- Strict food rules or rigid meal patterns
- Binges, secret eating, or hiding food
- Self-induced vomiting, laxative use, or extreme exercise
- Feeling out of control around food and intense shame afterward
If eating habits, weight changes, or body image concerns are affecting school, work, or relationships, it is time for an evaluation.
Causes and Risk Factors
Causes and Risk Factors of Eating disorders
Eating disorders develop from a mix of biological, psychological, and social factors.
Common Causes and Triggers
- Dieting or strong pressure to lose weight
- Bullying or teasing about weight or appearance
- Trauma, abuse, or major life stress
- Participation in activities focused on appearance or weight, such as certain sports, dance, or modeling
Risk Factors
You may be at higher risk if you:
- Have a family history of eating disorders, anxiety, or mood disorders
- Have perfectionistic or people-pleasing traits
- Struggle with low self-esteem or body dissatisfaction
- Have experienced trauma, bullying, or chronic stress
- Also live with anxiety, depression, or OCD
Even with risk factors, recovery is possible with the right support.
Our Eating Disorder Services
At GloFusion Health Clinic in Griffin, GA, we offer outpatient psychiatric support for eating disorders, including:
- Initial psychiatric evaluation focused on eating patterns, weight history, mood, and medical risks
- Screening for co-occurring conditions, such as anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma
- Medication management, when appropriate, for anxiety, depression, or obsessive thoughts related to food and body image
- Basic medical monitoring through our clinic, with referrals for more intensive medical management when needed
- Referrals and coordination with therapists, dietitians, and specialized eating disorder programs (intensive outpatient, residential, or inpatient), if a higher level of care is required
We are honest about what can be safely managed in an outpatient setting and when more support is needed.
Immediate Help
How GloFusion Treats Eating Disorders
Our approach is collaborative and safety-focused.
- Thorough evaluation
We take time to understand eating patterns, exercise, body image, mood, and health history. - Clear explanations
We explain risks and diagnosis in plain language so you and your family know what is happening and why treatment matters. - Personalized treatment plan
Your plan may include medication for mood or anxiety, medical monitoring, and referral to therapy or specialized programs. - Team-based care
When appropriate, we coordinate with therapists, dietitians, and specialized eating disorder centers to create a full support team. - Ongoing follow-up
We schedule regular visits to check symptoms, weight trends, labs when needed, and overall mental health, and we update the plan as you progress.
Schedule Eating Disorder Care in Griffin, GA
If you are worried about your own eating patterns or a loved one’s, you do not have to figure it out alone.
Call GloFusion Health Clinic at (678) 603-2898 or visit us at
1705 Williamson Rd, Suite 101, Griffin, GA 30224 to schedule an evaluation for eating disorders in Griffin, GA.