Many people think of eating disorders as affecting only women, but the truth is that men can suffer from eating disorders, too. Unfortunately, many often overlook or ignore the stigma around eating disorders in men. This stigma can lead to a lack of understanding and resources for men with eating disorders. It’s essential to recognize […]
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Every day we are bombarded by the media. It’s a significant part of our lives, and there is no escaping that fact. Unfortunately, the media greatly influences people’s attitudes and beliefs, and it is partly responsible for how the public views eating disorders and the people they affect. This representation of eating disorders demonstrates a
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Acne has a variety of causes, most commonly from hormonal changes or genetics. But did you know that eating disorders can also play a role in the development of acne? Not every person with an eating disorder has acne, and not all acne is a symptom of an eating disorder. With this said, an eating
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When your partner is struggling with an eating disorder, naturally, your desire to show support in their recovery is high. It can feel tricky to do because even the most well-meaning encouragement may come off as dismissive or triggering to your loved one. Our good intentions of support will fall by the wayside once that
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Eating disorders are serious mental health disorders that can have devastating physical and emotional consequences. Recovering from an eating disorder is a challenging journey, but it’s important to remember that you are not alone. Keeping a recovery journal can be an effective tool to help you stay on track and track your progress. Why Journaling
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People from all walks of life have thought of wanting to lose weight at some point. The diet and supplement industry has become a multibillion-dollar industry on the backs of its customers’ insecurities and willingness to buy into the hype. Fad diets come into and out of popularity every year, with new people looking for
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When relying on food as a source of emotional support, it can lead to a few adverse outcomes. Is there a line between emotional eating and eating disorders? How do we prevent emotional eating from becoming something much worse? What Causes Emotional Eating? One of the most important things to note regarding emotional eating is
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There’s a reason many people harp on the importance of creating a strong and supportive household. All family members — whether sisters and brothers or mothers and fathers — can all have a sizeable impact on eating disorders in good and bad ways. Not all eating disorders result from familial constraints, nor can they all
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Written by Kate Fisch, LCSW – AVP of Clinical Partnerships, Eating Disorder Network Due to the prevalence of anorexia and bulimia among young people, as well as other eating disorders, it’s vital to understand how social media sites can contribute to the development and sustainability of these disorders. According to a University of Pittsburgh
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Picture this: You sit down to dinner with your extended family. You’re at a new spot in town, so you all take your time perusing the menu. Conversations are a buzz with what each person plans to order. The server comes over, and you’re up first. You say, “I’d like the chicken tenders with rice,
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