ABSTRACT
After reading this chapter, the reader should be able to do the following:
Identify the prevalence and risk factors contributing to the comorbid presence of eating disorders and diabetes mellitus (DM)
Recognize medical and mental health consequences of the comorbid presence of eating disorders and DM
249Explain methods of manipulating insulin levels and reports of insulin levels
Determine and appreciate appropriate safeguards in inpatient and outpatient settings for patients with eating disorders and DM
