No two humans have identical lived experiences, and no two people living with an eating disorder are walking identical paths. Eating disorder treatment isn’t just about healing problematic ideas about food; it’s about treating all the issues that created the problematic ideas about food in the first place. No one takes the same path to [...]
Few things feel as isolating as an eating disorder. Despite the fact that about 30 million people in the United States alone struggle with some form of disordered eating, it’s not uncommon to feel totally alone on your journey. Facing the reality of life with an eating disorder and working to heal those wounds is [...]
When you become a parent, there is no definitive guidebook for doing everything right. You strive to model healthy behaviors of body and mind. When your teenager develops a disordered relationship with food, traditional treatment methods may leave you feeling confused and defeated. To prioritize your child’s well-being, leaving medical models of standardized protocols for [...]
Social media platforms have been transformational with being able to engage and connect with others around the world. These platforms can become detrimental for individuals suffering from eating disorders or in recovery. Exposure to unrealistic beauty standards can increase anxiety, depression and unhealthy behaviors. Here are the top three ways social media can impact eating [...]
Food plays a significant role in all our lives but for some, it goes beyond just nourishment and enjoyment. When food becomes an obsession, either avoiding it or binging, it can evolve into an eating disorder. While each type of disordered eating is different, there are some commonalities. Knowing the early signs of eating disorders [...]
