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anorexia nervosa

Why Is Family Important in the Treatment of Anorexia Nervosa: Is Family Therapy the Answer?

Families usually constitute young people’s closest relationships and support systems. That’s why family therapy is so important in the treatment of anorexia nervosa. Working with young people and their families, family therapy sessions support families in overcoming unhelpful behaviours that may reinforce eating disorder symptoms, replacing them with positive systems of relationships that nurture lasting change. 

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Intensive Outpatient Programs

Intensive Outpatient Programs for Young People and Families in Dubai

Intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) are one type of mental health support available for young people. They offer a higher level of care than weekly or daily appointments but don’t involve residential stays in a treatment space. They support young people to reconnect with themselves and achieve transformative change while continuing to stay with their families in the evenings and weekends.

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The Benefits of Therapeutic Boarding Schools for Girls
Mental Health

The Benefits of Therapeutic Boarding Schools for Girls

Therapeutic boarding schools offer young people the opportunity to continue their education while receiving a greater level of mental health support. They provide a safe and structured environment that combines professional psychological support with collective living, learning, and personal growth. 

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