How Doctor’s Comments on Weight Affect their Patients
Individuals with eating disorders are significantly more likely to struggle with substance use, making integrated, compassionate treatment essential for lasting recovery.
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The Connection Between Eating Disorders and Substance Use
Individuals with eating disorders are significantly more likely to struggle with substance use, making integrated, compassionate treatment essential for lasting recovery.
When Eating Disorders Require Medical Care in Children
Eating disorders can become life-threatening when they lead to severe malnutrition, dehydration, or organ dysfunction. If your child’s health declines to a critical point, medical stabilization may be necessary before psychological treatment can begin. As a parent, understanding when hospitalization is needed and what to expect can help you navigate this difficult time with confidence
Why a Multidisciplinary Team Is Essential for Treating Disordered Eating
Treating disordered eating is complex, requiring more than just a focus on food intake. Because eating disorders impact physical health, mental well-being, and emotional resilience, a multidisciplinary approach is the most effective way to support long-term recovery. This team-based model brings together medical, psychological, and nutritional experts who collaborate to ensure each aspect of a
IOP vs. Individualized Intensive Services: Finding the Right Level of Care
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
Navigating Food Intolerances and Finding Balance
Food intolerances and food sensitivities result when the gastrointestinal tract has a difficult time digesting, or breaking down, certain foods. Unlike allergies that involve the immune system and can cause severe reactions, intolerances and sensitivities are not life threatening. However, they can still result in bothersome digestive symptoms that can create fear or avoidance towards
What’s the Scoop on the Poop: Understanding Functional Stool Testing
Stool testing can be a helpful tool to dig deeper into underlying causes for common digestive symptoms or simply to get a picture of your current state of gut health. What Is Functional Stool Testing? Functional stool testing involves analyzing a sample of your stool to assess various aspects of your digestive health. The range
The Art of Treating ARFID: Helping Without Harming
Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is an eating disorder marked by extreme food avoidance due to sensory sensitivities, fear of negative experiences, or a lack of interest in eating. Unlike other eating disorders, ARFID is unrelated to body image but can significantly impact health and well-being. Effective treatment focuses on fostering a positive relationship
Body Image and the Lasting Impact of Our Words
The words we say to others, especially about their bodies, can have a profound and lasting impact. Comments, whether intentional or offhand, shape how people see themselves, sometimes affecting body image and self-esteem for years to come. The Connection Between Words and Body Image Body image is the perception someone has of their physical self
Understanding the Connection Between Substance Use and Eating Disorders
The link between substance use and eating disorders is both complex and significant, with each condition often intensifying the effects of the other. Many people struggling with eating disorders also engage in substance use as a coping mechanism. In turn, substance use can worsen disordered eating patterns, creating a cycle that can be challenging to
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