August 2, 2019
Social Media and Orthorexia
Social media’s pervasiveness throughout society is well-established. Individuals from a variety of backgrounds read and actively use some type...
April 30, 2019
The Allure of Eating Disorders: Perfection and Shame
Eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa and bulimia often provide individuals with a sense of purpose; as if they...
March 4, 2019
What is anorexia?
Anorexia nervosa is a serious mental illness characterized by significant weight loss; difficulties maintaining appropriate body weight and, for...
November 9, 2018
Why Are Eating Disorders More Common in the LGBTQ Community?
Eating disorders have long been a problem in the United States. These disorders have been part of the psychiatric...
May 17, 2018
Eating disorders: From Pop Stars to Everyday People
From famous entertainers to the average person on the street, eating disorders are the silent battle that many people...
