Is Dieting a Sign of Mental Illness?
Somebody asked if I thought all dieters were mentally ill. As in, do people who engage in dieting (and/or exercise) have some sort of mental disorder or addiction, like anxiety or OCD?
I thought this was an interesting question and very much worth talking about.
So, especially if you’re somebody who’s ever thought maybe your relationship with eating or exercise isn’t as healthy as it could be, this will be worth a listen!
Is Dieting a Sign of Mental Illness?
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Michael Rickard says
As someone who is bipolar and who has been around many individuals with mental illnesses, I know that mental illness can manifest in a number of ways whether it’s excessive dieting, promiscuous sex, substance abuse, or other behaviors (although that doesn’t mean all these issues have to be mental health based). I’ve tried to adopt a healthy lifestyle, but at the same time, there are special circumstances where you may adopt a temporary diet for things such as training for a competition or getting ready for a social event.
Pat Flynn says
Well spoken.