A Journey Through Eating Disorders Support & Recovery

Nutrition and dieting are often confused in our culture, each reduced to an “eat this, not that” mentality that sees “healthy” eating as food restriction and deprivation. Think “clean eating” and fasting. Calorie counting and detoxes. Setting certain foods off-limits and strict times for when and when not to eat. Mainstream ideas about nutrition are rigid, often extreme, and heavily…

The holidays are a time of celebration and joy for many, but for a person who’s in eating disorder recovery, the season can be challenging. In the weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, as people get together with their families, stressful situations arise; even though we’re with the ones we love, our closest relationship can put a strain on any…

What is Atypical Anorexia? Atypical anorexia occurs when all criteria are met for anorexia nervosa such as restricting food and fluid and fear of gaining weight, but they are not what one would consider a significantly low weight earning it the title of “atypical.” The fortunate few who receive a correct diagnosis of atypical anorexia nervosa are ideally referred to…

For children and young adolescents with eating disorders, families play an important support role in eating disorder treatment. Families make up the primary therapeutic team for a long time, especially for patients who have a lot of growth, development, and maturing to do in recovery. In this article, Dr. Tanner shares her expertise on families and eating disorder treatment and…

Making the decision to go to college after high school is stressful enough let alone when one is struggling with a mental health issue. Even more stressful is deciding to hold off on attending college to make room for one’s own healing. I do not regret my decision to attend treatment rather than go off to school in the fall.…

A quick google search gets you these definitions and list of synonyms for control and choice: CONTROL – the power to influence or direct people’s behavior or the course of events; Synonyms – power, authority, command CHOICE – an act of selecting or making a decision when faced with two or more possibilities; Synonyms – alternative, option, possibility In the…

Every eating disorder is a complex psychiatric disorder, and as such, tends to have equally complex causes that vary from individual to individual. ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) is no different. Like Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, and others, it’s impossible to point to specific factors that will always cause the disorder. Instead, eating disorders are triggered by…

For many, the holiday season brings feelings of excitement, warmth, and closeness with family and friends. However, for those who struggle with disordered eating, the holidays may also bring anxiety around the many food-focused events and gatherings. This can be especially true for those with Binge Eating Disorder (BED) or other eating disorder related binges. What Is Binge Eating Disorder…

The holidays are all about celebrating with loved ones. But, as they approach, anyone can get swept up in the stressors of the season. From hosting extended family to shopping for the perfect gift, this time of year is as riddled with emotional intensity as it is with goodwill and joy. But for someone struggling with an eating disorder, the…

The holiday season can be a joyful time filled with social gatherings, family traditions, and abundant food. However, for those living with an eating disorder such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa, it can be a season of increased anxiety. Dinner parties, social pressure, and lack of routine can make it more difficult to manage your mental health and eating…