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Review the following 'Questions To Ask' about eating disorders so you're prepared to discuss this important health issue with your health care professional.

1. What are my options for treatment?

2. How would you describe your approach to eating disorders?

3. Is treatment for depression called for?

4. Will you involve my family?

5. What role, if any, will medication play? What percentage of people who see you take medication? Which medications?

6. What can I expect from the medications?

7. What can I expect during a counseling session?

8. When, if ever, do you hospitalize patients?

9. What goals would we set for my treatment?

10. Will I ever be "cured" and completely healthy?