Eating Disorders and IBS – Are They Connected?
03/04/2024 | By hello@kuma.agency
At The Alliance, one of our core missions is to provide education on topics surrounding eating disorders (EDs). We find
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Are Eating Disorders Genetic?
02/27/2024 | By hello@kuma.agency
Eating disorders are common, serious, and treatable health conditions. But why do some people experience eating disorders while others do
Eating Disorders and the DSM-5: A Complicated History
02/02/2024 | By hello@kuma.agency
Diagnosing an eating disorder comes with an intense, complicated, and often tragic history. (We touch on it a bit in
What Exactly Does an Eating Disorder Therapist Do?
01/30/2024 | By hello@kuma.agency
Recovery from eating disorders (EDs) requires compassion, understanding, and a comprehensive approach. These mental health conditions can have serious consequences
Body Dysmorphia and Eating Disorders: What You Need to Know
01/03/2024 | By hello@kuma.agency
Eating disorders are serious but treatable conditions that can impact anyone in various ways. Sometimes eating disorders co-occur with other
Have You Heard About Bigorexia?
12/30/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
Eating disorders and body dysmorphic disorder are serious health conditions that can have huge impacts on your physical, mental, and
Why Is Everyone Talking About “Drunkorexia?”
12/10/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
An eating disorder can present in many seemingly unexpected ways and can have immense impacts on an individual’s health and
What Does a Psychiatric Nurse Do?
11/29/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
Psychiatric nurses are registered nurses who offer support to patients with mental illnesses. Most people are impacted by poor mental
What Is Rumination Disorder?
11/07/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
Rumination disorder (rumination syndrome) is an eating and feeding disorder in which food is involuntarily regurgitated into the mouth. In
A Guide to Children and Eating Disorders
10/28/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
An eating disorder is a serious health condition that can impact anyone regardless of gender, race, background, and even age.
What Happens When I Call An Eating Disorder Helpline?
09/28/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
It can be overwhelming and isolating to struggle with an eating disorder. Disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and
The Connection Between Insecure Attachment Styles and Eating Disorders
09/03/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
Eating disorders, like many mental illnesses, can make you feel isolated and alone. It can be difficult to know how
Do Eating Disorders Affect All Ages? Surprising Facts about EDs
08/22/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
Did you know that nearly 30 million people in the United States struggle with an eating disorder? It’s likely that
What to Expect at an Eating Disorder Support Group
08/09/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
Support groups are an incredibly helpful part of so many recovery journeys, but they can be intimidating to join!” And,
The Definitive Guide to All Types of Eating Disorders
07/24/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
Did you know that nearly 30 million Americans experience an eating disorder in their lifetime? Eating disorders are health conditions
Disordered Eating vs. Eating Disorders – What’s the Difference?
07/06/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
In a society that often places tremendous emphasis on appearance and body ideals, our relationship with food and eating can
The Surprising History of Diet Culture
06/27/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
Despite all the messaging that tells us otherwise, health looks different in everybody. Unfortunately, diet culture has strong-armed society into
6 Symptoms of Night Eating Syndrome
06/10/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
Many people have heard of eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa, but an eating disorder can present
What To Say to Someone With an Eating Disorder
05/21/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
Eating disorders affect both the person struggling and those around them. As a loved one, it makes sense to feel
So, Let’s Talk About Eating Disorders In Men
05/10/2023 | By hello@kuma.agency
Anyone can have an eating disorder. While conversations about eating disorders tend to focus on the significant social pressures women