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About Jeanne Rust, PhD
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Expertise
I can answer any questions in the field of eating disorders

Experience
I have 20 years of experience in treating eating disorders of all kinds. I also do consultations for people who are starting treatment centers.

Education/Credentials
Northwestern University -- BA Masters in Counseling Doctorate in Clinical Psychology -- Saybrook institute

   

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getting my metabolism back11/16/2009Ryan Hale
  Q: I’m 28 and need some help with my eating disorder I have for almost 10 years now! First was anorexia ...
  A: Anna- it could be some time before your metabolism returns to "normal." there is no way of telling ...
Not losing, just never gained.11/15/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: I'm currently waiting to start contemplation work with a local ED clinic. I feel like i'm making a ...
  A: Can you tell the difference between your eating disorder voice and your healthy voice? This is what ...
my friends are starting to worry11/15/2009Ryan Hale
  Q: My friends have started to worry about me. A few years ago I stopped eating but I got over it but ...
  A: Chloe- I'm not sure what kind of treatment you may have gone through the first time (if any), but ...
my diet11/15/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: i used to weigh 168 pds. i lost weight. i went down to 150 pds. now i am 154. i was drinking diet ...
  A: Stephanie, I'm so glad that you wrote!! Diet soda is not good at all -- the aspartame is really an ...
purging anorexia + water fast11/14/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: Im binging and purging 10-15 times per day.Im desperate to break the cycle, im under suicide watch ...
  A: You have been very ill! When a person starts to stop purging, there is always weight gain because ...
very bad expirience11/14/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: Well, i´ve had a pretty bad expirience for de past year or so. I had always wanted to be a model, ...
  A: Yu have had a very bad experience, indeed!! I'm so glad that you wrote. It is so scary when our ...
weight11/13/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: im a 17 year old girl. I just want to ask you about my weight , just if you can aswer it,,,cuz i ...
  A: Your weight, exactly where you are right now, is perfect for you. If you lost 2kg, you'd be taking ...
getting my metabolism back11/13/2009Ryan Hale
  Q: I’m 28 and need some help with my eating disorder I have for almost 10 years now! First was anorexia ...
  A: Anna- my advice is not going to be very impressive or dazzeling. What I've noticed about your email ...
how do i stop11/13/2009Nafeesah
  Q: ive been throwing up for the obvious reason of ;losing wieght, and i did, but now i dont want to ...
  A: Once you get into a pattern of binging and vomiting it's an addiction just like eating and sometimes ...
eating disorder11/12/2009Ryan Hale
  Q: for as long as i can remember I has always been fussy with food. As a child would only eat breakfast ...
  A: Mel- if your BMI is normal, I would concern myself more with how you are feeling about yourself ...
underweight?11/11/2009Ryan Hale
  Q: , im 17 and i think im underweight...cause my periods are gone again . I had the same problem 2 ...
  A: Anna- I'll take your questions one by one. First, the amount of body fat and your hormone levels ...
Can I get out of this by myself???11/10/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: Well, here’s how the story goes… I was always an active kid but after my teens I gained some weight ...
  A: It would be fine for you to move up to 1500 calories for the next few weeks. Your exercise sounds ...
underweight??11/10/2009Ryan Hale
  Q: , im 17 and i think im underweight...cause my periods are gone again . I had the same problem 2 ...
  A: Anna- for some young women, their periods are not regular until their 20s. However, if you ...
im so confussed11/10/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: i feel really really confused , my name is Natalie , him 17 years old and nearly 18 years old i have ...
  A: I'm so glad that you wrote -- I really understand what you're saying! When people call me to come ...
Swelling11/9/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: I have to say I am thrilled that I found this site! I am extremely desperate to get help. I am a ...
  A: I'm so glad that you wrote! One big question I have for you -- are you seeing a therapist or ...
Eating Disorder11/8/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: But when I am home alone I Throwing up after everything. In the last 2 months I have lost about 35 ...
  A: Eating disorders are great when a person first starts one. But very soon they stop working. You'll ...
Ruptured Esophogus11/7/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: I've been bulimic for about a year now i believe but just recently I have been getting pretty bad ...
  A: I'm so glad that you wrote me! What you're doing is not "bad!" Eating disorders are coping ...
Get my body back to health11/5/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: I have been struggling with bulimia for the past 3 months. At first it started out as a form of ...
  A: I'm so glad that you wrote! It's hard for me to advise you without knowing your weight -- but your ...
How much to eat?11/3/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: I have been in the "recovery" phase of anorexia for many months now, but just recently decided to ...
  A: It's wonderful that you're in the recovery phase right now. Are you working with a therapist? Are ...
weight gain11/2/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: i am currently recovering from an extreme low calorie diet and to an extent anorexia, bearing in ...
  A: I'm so glad that you wrote. I'm glad that you've reached a place where you're pleased with the way ...
Distorted face when I eat11/2/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: i have been bulimic for about 2 years, after counselling I got better. I am quite happy however i ...
  A: I would agree with your doctor's assessment when he says it is something with your glands. I would ...
weight flucuations recovering anorexic11/2/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: I am a recovering anorexic and have just started eating normally about three months ago. I am really ...
  A: Your workout schedule sounds good -- I can tell that this part of the recovery process for you is ...
Weight Gain11/2/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: Just recently I was in an acute facility for anorexia. I have bouts of binging and purging as well. ...
  A: I'm so sorry this is happening to you! I will start out by telling you how much I hate insurance ...
Do I have an ED?10/29/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: When I was about 13 I started to become more aware of my body. I had been a competitive gymnast for ...
  A: The thing is that your metabolism is taking a big hit! It needs food to keep going at a high, ...
Eating disorder and dieting and exercising10/29/2009Ryan Hale
  Q: My question is, can a person develop an eating disorder while on a diet and exercising regime. About ...
  A: Christina- Wow! Congratulations on the weight loss. It sounds to me like you are simply ...
Not losing, just never gained.10/28/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: I'm currently waiting to start contemplation work with a local ED clinic. I feel like i'm making a ...
  A: You are very anorexic at your current height and weight! I am thrilled that you're going to a local ...
Switch of Eating Disorders10/28/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: I really hope you can help me. The thing is I've been suffering from depression and an eating ...
  A: I'm so sorry that this is happening for you! I will tell you that it is not at all uncommon for ...
My mum is obsessed with what i eat.10/27/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: i am 14/15 year old female and i weigh 8stone 2. My mum keeps going on about what i eat even though ...
  A: I'm so glad you wrote me! Just tell the doctor the truth. In the few days before your appointment, ...
male anorexia10/27/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: My husband wakes each morning and never eats breakfast, only coffee and maybe he picks a few bites ...
  A: It sounds to me as if your husband has a definite problem. Your daughter is right -- you are ...
Anorexia recovery and overeating10/26/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: I have been in recovery for anorexia for about 4 months now. I am gaining weight properly, only 10 ...
  A: What you're feeling is very common. Your weight will be redistributed-- usually anywhere from 3-6 ...
Do I have an ED?10/26/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: When I was about 13 I started to become more aware of my body. I had been a competitive gymnast for ...
  A: Height and weight are not the only indicators of an eating disorder. There is a possibility that ...
is this an eating disorder?10/26/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: okay so im your average active cheerleader, the doctor said that im always sick cause im under ...
  A: I know you're not going to want to hear this -- but at least according to your height and weight, ...
Confused10/26/2009Gerri Helms
  Q: About 2 years ago, I decided it was time to lose weight. I had tipped the scales at 170, which had ...
  A: Unless you are a vary small frame, 120 may be too low of a weight for you, especially if you stopped ...
Do I have an eating disorder?10/26/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: Many of my family and friends, as well as myself, have been wondering if I have an eating disorder. ...
  A: My first question is what is your height and weight -- you sound very very thin and ill. My guess ...
starving self10/25/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: my husband has CA and is refusing all food. He is on Chemo %26 radiation. He has not eaten ...
  A: This must be so difficult for you -- particularly with the alzheimers and diarrhea -- This is really ...
ulcerativeco;litis and anorexia10/24/2009Ryan Hale
  Q: I have ulcerative colitis and often don't feel like eating properly. I also exercise a lot ...
  A: Gill- I recently worked with a female basketball player who was in a similar situation. It's not ...
Do i have EDNOS?10/24/2009Ryan Hale
  Q: When I was about 13 I started to become more aware of my body. I had been a competitive gymnast for ...
  A: Jessica- when it comes to eating disorders and athletics, it is common that one's situation not fit ...
Help please!10/24/2009Ryan Hale
  Q: I am a college level gymnast and my freshman year I broke my foot. Afraid to gain any weight I went ...
  A: Rachel- I am wondering if there is anything else that you haven't included. First, on athletic ...
I feel like a failure10/23/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: I'm 23 years old and I'm trying to recover from my 7 year long battle with anorexia and bulimia. ...
  A: I'm so glad that you wrote me! Did you know that you're a perfect height and weight?? If you go ...
does my friend have eatting disorders?10/23/2009Jeanne Rust, PhD
  Q: i was wonderring if my friend has eatting disorders. she barly eats and allways sais everything is ...
  A: From what you're describing to me, it sounds as if your friend could very well have anorexia! For ...

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