Is Stress Eating an Eating Disorder?
We’ve all seen Hollywood’s depiction of stress eating—a glamorous young woman, fresh off a breakup, lying in her bed with a carton of ice cream, sobbing as she watches the same 90s rom-com for the third time that day. Real-life stress eating does not feel glamorous. It often feels shameful, embarrassing, and out of control. […]
The Link Between Body Checking and Eating Disorders
Most of us want to present our best selves when we venture into the world, whether that means dressing a certain way or choosing a particular hairstyle; the mirror allows us to have some level of control over how the world sees us, and that can be an empowering, even comforting feeling. But there is […]
Photo Editing Apps and Eating Disorders
Social media platforms can be extremely damaging to people’s body image and self-esteem, especially when one stops to consider how many hours a day many people spend on social media. As social media users are bombarded with photoshopped images of people who appear perfect, they tend to compare themselves to these unrealistic and unattainable beauty […]
Empowering Yourself: Managing Eating Disorder Triggers
For someone suffering from an eating disorder, it can feel like triggers are everywhere. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help navigate these situations with confidence. Common Eating Disorder Triggers Eating disorder triggers can come in many forms. Some physical, emotional, and social situations are commonly challenging for those in recovery. Physical Triggers […]
Understanding the Link Between Adderall Abuse and Eating Disorders
The brand name Adderell, is a combination of two substances known as dextroamphetamine and amphetamine. Adderall is a prescription medication used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and adults.1 It is a central nervous system stimulant that works by changing certain hormone levels in the brain.2 Let’s look at the connection between […]
Eating Disorder Recovery During the Summer
As the heat sets in and beach days and barbecues rev up, clothes naturally become more revealing, and parties start centering around food and the grill. Bathing suits, tank tops, short shorts—summer styles may be practical and fun for many, and the food may be celebratory, but what does that mean for someone suffering from […]
Early Indicators of Eating Disorders
When it comes to eating disorders, it is important to get help as soon as you notice the signs of a problem. While many people wonder if their loved ones’ eating behaviors are significant enough to warrant treatment, early intervention can halt the issue before it turns into a life-threatening battle. What Causes Anorexia and […]
Are Elderly People at Risk of Eating Disorders?
While eating disorders were previously thought to affect primarily adolescents and young adults, we now know that people can struggle with their relationship with food later in life. In this article, we’ll discuss signs of eating disorders in the elderly and how to find support in your recovery. Eating Disorders in the Elderly Older adults […]
Can Multiple Eating Disorders Be Present at Once?
Eating disorders are serious mental health issues affecting millions of people worldwide. While many people are aware of the most common eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia, many are also unaware that multiple eating disorders can be present in a single individual at one time. Common Eating Disorders That Can Coexist It is entirely […]
Can Medication Help with Eating Disorder?
In eating disorder recovery, you might start to wonder what treatments are available. There are many combinations and treatment programs for eating disorders, especially when partnering with quality treatment centers and medical professionals. A commonly used treatment options is medications, as they can substantially affect other mental health conditions and co-occurring conditions contributing to your […]
