Most people associate avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) with younger children; however, it’s not exclusive to this younger demographic. This condition can occur in older teenagers, young adults, and above for various reasons. Knowing how to differentiate between being a picky eater and having the “silent eating disorder” becomes vital for anyone looking to get […]
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Many parents know the struggle of getting their children to eat nutritious foods all too well. Most of the time, they can get them to eat their fruits and veggies with a little coaxing and negotiations, leaving all right with their ongoing development. However, in some cases, these bouts of picky eating could signify something
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You can probably infer many physical consequences a person may suffer when they intentionally starve themselves. Things like: A person with anorexia will likely lose weight detrimentally, and a lack of nutrients will show in her hair, skin, and nails. In addition, they will experience headaches, stomach pain, bone density issues, and heart problems. But
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Anorexia nervosa is a serious but treatable disorder that affects people worldwide. Effective treatment is the best way to recover from anorexia, without it patients will likely face an uphill battle filled with complications. With help from a professional treatment facility like Aster Springs, people suffering from anorexia can obtain the right treatment plans and
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Anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating are the problems of teenagers. Or at least it can seem that way. The reality, of course, is that anyone can develop an eating disorder, regardless of age. Today we’ll look at what researchers and experts in the field of eating disorders can tell us about eating disorders in adults,
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If someone you love suffers with an eating disorder, they’re lucky to have you. You’re here, reading this article because you care. And there’s nothing more meaningful for a person hoping to overcome an eating disorder than a supportive friend or family member. Today we’ll talk about a few effective ways you can help. Believe
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Let’s talk bodies. Everybody has them—see what we did there? But not everybody loves what they got. We would venture to say that most of us have felt insecure about our bodies from time to time. Today we’re going to look at a more extreme version of body dislike called body dysmorphia. We’ll talk about
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Eating disorders are more prevalent than you may realize. In the U.S. alone, eating disorders affect over 5 million people annually, yet you may not recognize when it’s happening to you or a loved one. An eating disorder is a serious mental health condition related to thoughts about food and eating behaviors. This medical issue,
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