When seeking treatment for an eating disorder, it’s important to find a program that meets individual needs. Two common options for higher levels of care are Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) and Individualized Intensive Services (IIS). While both approaches provide structured support, they differ in customization, flexibility, and the overall treatment experience. Understanding these differences can
Do you find yourself constantly preoccupied with how your body looks? Negative body image can be all-consuming, taking up 95% of our thoughts and feelings, and detracting from our overall well-being. While it’s totally okay to not feel great in our bodies, we all definitely deserve a little more self-compassion. It’s important to remember that
In the realm of social media, TikTok has become an immensely popular platform for sharing snippets of daily life. From dances, to funny home videos, Tik Tok gained wide popularity, especially during the difficult times of COVID-19. One category of videos that Tik Tok’s algorithm made popular is known as: “What I Eat in a
Exploring the Role of Social Media and AI Editing It’s not surprising we are in a digital age dominated by social media. Apps like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and Snapchat make escaping our digital profile nearly impossible. The other thing that this digital age makes nearly impossible? Escaping the narrative of unachievable beauty and body standards.
The battle with body image is a quiet storm many weather in isolation. With societal pressures heavily weighing on the scales of self-perception, an increasing number of individuals find themselves caught in the grips of eating disorders, often accompanied by body checking behaviors. This blog post aims to shed light on the complex relationship between
I went to college like many of us. Focused on freedom, the opportunity to make new friends, join a sorority, and of course… have a good time. You may wonder… Where were my priorities exactly? Like many college freshmen, it was on the curated Instagram pictures, the potential of being featured on my sorority’s highlight
For many people, Thanksgiving marks the “kick-of” to the holiday season and is a welcomed time that includes the opportunity to spend quality time with the ones we love. Many people reflect on the traditions and memories they have come to know and cherish during this time of the year. Unfortunately, for individuals who struggle
After completing a rigorous set of criteria for the evaluation of education, training, knowledge and experience, Kristine has joined an elite group of professionals committed to excellence in the treatment of eating disorders with this certification. Tammy Beasley, RDN, CEDRD, CSSD, Director of iaedp Certification Committee says, “Certification as an iaedp eating disorder specialist is
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