Do Diet Apps and Fitness Bands Contribute to Eating Disorders? With the proliferation of fitness apps and fitness trackers it’s easier than ever to keep track of your calories and… read more →
What are the signs and symptoms of an eating disorder? Eating disorders are serious and should not be ignored. If you think you or someone you love has an eating… read more →
Since May of 2013 Binge Eating Disorder is an official eating disorder diagnosis when it was added to the DSM-5. DSM stands for Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders… read more →
The Holidays are over and the New Year has begun. For many people that means time to get back into shape, time to start a new workout program or time… read more →
According to this infographic from Gourmandia eating disorders have the the highest mortality rate of all mental illnesses. According to a Canadian study of women between the ages of 15-25… read more →
You’ve probably seen the ads on TV, the public service announcements or even the billboards. Suddenly it’s all about binge eating disorder or BED. What is Binge Eating Disorder and… read more →
Choosing to see a therapist is a big decision. Choosing for your child to see a therapist is even bigger. When choosing if you need to see someone to work… read more →
For those recovering from an eating disorder eating out can be a scary thing to contemplate. Many people will avoid social engagements because they don’t feel ready to eat in the… read more →
Nearly 10 million American women (teens and adults) suffer from an eating disorder. Nearly one million American men (teens and adults) suffer from an eating disorder. Most of those who… read more →
Having an eating disorder is difficult, getting treatment for an eating disorder is also difficult. It take effort to recover from an eating disorder and recovery isn’t always linear. There… read more →