Category Archives: Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are serious conditions that deserve attention and care. In fact, they have the highest mortality rate of any mental health condition. For example, anorexia nervosa has a significant impact on health, with risks that can include organ complications or emotional distress. This isn’t...

Healing from an eating disorder is about more than just physical recovery—it’s about taking care of your mind and emotions, too. The right environment can make a big difference. In the right place, you’re not just a number—you’re a real person with genuine concerns and needs.  Recovery fr...

In a culture obsessed with weight loss, body image, and wellness, dieting is often seen as a normal, even encouraged, behavior. However, there is a fine line between healthy dieting and disordered eating. What starts as an innocent attempt to eat healthier or lose a few pounds can spiral into a dang...

Eating Disorder Awareness Week is a time to reflect, learn, and take action to support individuals affected by eating disorders. Whether you’re a parent, friend, advocate, or someone in recovery, there are countless ways to make a difference during this important week. Let’s explore how you can ...

When it comes to healing from an eating disorder, it’s about more than just changing what you eat or how you see your body—it’s about reconnecting with yourself. Eating disorders often come from deeper emotional struggles, pressures from society, or a need to control something in an unpredicta...

In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of daily life, influencing how we connect, communicate, and perceive the world around us. While it offers numerous benefits, it also poses significant risks, particularly in regard to mental health. Among the most concerning is the i...

Emotional eating is a common phenomenon where individuals use food to cope with or suppress emotions, rather than to satisfy physical hunger. This behavior can lead to overeating, weight gain, and a cycle of guilt and shame. While occasional emotional eating is normal, frequent and uncontrollable ep...

Binge eating disorder (BED) is a severe mental health condition characterized by recurrent episodes of consuming large quantities of food quickly and to the point of physical discomfort. During these episodes, individuals experience a loss of control over their eating habits, often leading to feelin...