What are the early signs of an eating disorder?

Mild anxiety symptoms are very common and almost everyone will experience them in their lifetimes. For instance, the night before a major exam, many of us would feel a bit anxious and may have a bit of tension in our body. These symptoms may be considered normal experiences if they do not cause distress or affect our functioning. Panic attacks are more severe anxiety attacks. They may occur spontaneously, out of the blue and are more intense.

What is borderline personality disorder? Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is characterised by: marked instability in functioning, affect, mood, interpersonal relationships, and, at times, reality testing. BPD is associated with significant morbidity due to common comorbid conditions, including: dysthymia (long-standing, low-grade depression), major depression, substance abuse, and psychotic disorders. Approximately 70-75% of patients with BPD have a history of at least one deliberate act of self-harm, and the mean estimated rate of completed suicides is 9%.