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While not new, eating disorders appear to have increased significantly in the last 30 years. They often affect young people but may begin or reoccur at any age, in both women and men (at a nine to one ratio of women to men), and in every racial and ethnic background. Understanding eating disorders requires a broad perspective, encompassing psychological, medical, and sociocultural factors.
Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa, the two most common eating disorders, are really two sides of the same coin. Both start with a desire to change weight or shape. Other categories of eating disorders have recently been identified, such as binge eating disorder. Treatments are becoming more effective, although there is much to be discovered through research about origin and treatment.
Our goals at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics include diagnosis and comprehensive treatment of all eating disorders. We also hope to prevent these disorders, and we want to decrease the weight- and shape-related worries and dieting behaviors of young people who may not develop diagnosable eating disorders but are preoccupied with these concerns to the point that adolescence and young adulthood become a burden rather than a joy.
Eating disorders are treatable and require the clinical care of a psychiatrist or other mental health professional.
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If you cannot find the information in which you are interested, please visit the Mental Health Disorders Online Resources page in this Web site for an Internet/World Wide Web address that may contain additional information on that topic.
Clinic Hours
Regular clinic hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with some evening hours available upon request. Length of the first visit varies depending on the nature of the appointment and the level of evaluation necessary. The appointment scheduler will let you know how long to plan for your visit.
Emergency and after-hours care
If you need to contact the clinic between scheduled meetings, please telephone 319-384-8999 or 877-384-8999 Monday through Friday, 8 to 5 p.m. If your circumstance is an emergency and you need to speak with someone after regular office hours, your call will be answered by our triage service. Clinicians are available 24 hours per day.
Cancellations
Please contact our clinics 48 hours in advance in the event that you cannot keep your appointment.
Parking
Free parking is provided at all UI Behavioral Health locations.
Fees and insurance
Fees vary depending on the type of service and the professional providing the service. Prior to the appointment, patients will be informed of the fee.
Most insurance carriers provide coverage for our behavioral health services. Consult your insurance provider to verify your plan’s specific coverage. If you require additional assistance, have limited or no insurance please call 319-384-8999 or 877-384-8999 and ask to speak with our insurance resource specialist.
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