As winter sets in, shorter days and colder temperatures can pose unique difficulties for individuals managing eating disorders (EDs). These environmental changes affect mental and physical well-being, making it important to understand how the season influences ED symptoms and adopt effective strategies for maintaining recovery. Seasonal Changes and Their Impact on Eating Disorders Reduced Sunlight … Read More
The holiday season brings joy and togetherness, but for someone recovering from an eating disorder, gatherings can also feel stressful. As a supportive friend or family member, you can play a positive role by fostering a compassionate and understanding environment. Here are some ways to help your loved one navigate holiday events with ease and … Read More
Halloween can be a tricky time for individuals in recovery from an eating disorder. With candy-filled celebrations, social pressures, and the challenge of picking out a costume, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But Halloween can still be an enjoyable experience while maintaining your recovery. Here are some helpful strategies for managing potential eating disorder triggers … Read More
Open and honest communication is crucial when you’re in recovery from an eating disorder. Whether you’re returning to school, work, or social settings, expressing your needs can help ensure the support you require. Here are some tips for approaching teachers, employers, and peers, so your recovery journey is respected and understood. Communicating with Teachers: A … Read More
What is ARFID? ARFID is an acronym that stands for avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder. ARFID is a type of eating disorder that involves a cycle of avoiding and restricting foods due to three maintaining mechanisms: sensory sensitivity, fear of aversive consequences, and lack of interest in eating. One of the primary differences between ARFID and … Read More
It is estimated that 1 in 5 women and 1 in 7 men will develop an eating disorder within their lifetime. Despite the high prevalence of eating disorders, many people feel completely lost and overwhelmed when supporting a loved one in recovery. I hear time and time again that loved ones express feeling blindsided by … Read More
In our day-to-day lives, we hear a lot about how we “should” be showering ourselves with “positive affirmations,” “self-love,” and “positive body image”. But, frankly, most of the time, the patients I work with (not to mention myself!) have struggled to connect with these sentiments. This year, I had the privilege of supervising a dance … Read More
The relationship between an athlete and their coach is unique and memorable. Sport staff is often highly respected and trusted by their athletes. Unfortunately, this trust can easily be abused. The coaches’ job is to develop elite athletes into champions. However, coaches also have an obligation to protect their athletes, and sometimes this responsibility gets … Read More
Our relationship with our bodies is complicated. With or without an eating disorder, research has determined that humans experience a normative amount of body image distress. Having a body is an uncomfortable experience. From infancy to adulthood, our bodies change in ways that are completely out of our control. Yet, the relationship we have with … Read More
Written by Kelly Kelley & Molly Reid This time of year we are bombarded with ads and incentives around beauty, fitness, wellness, self-care, overall health, and personal growth essentials to try in 2023. Has Diet Culture convinced you to put “weight loss” on the top of your Wellness Plan? If constantly attempting to manipulate your … Read More
Read about how our clients continue to show improvement after discharging from our facility.
