Katherine Hill, MD, knows exactly when she first became interested in understanding the complexities of eating disorders: during her career
“You don’t have to learn how to love yourself. You just have to remember there was nothing wrong with you
It’s no secret that the holidays can be an emotionally challenging time for anyone, and are often especially tough for
Traditionally, the consensus in the eating disorder (ED) field had been to avoid trauma work during intensive treatment, opting to
Many people fit into a “gray area” when it comes to eating disorder behaviors. Perhaps they experience purging, but not
It’s not unusual to experience some selectiveness around food. Many people have allergies that limit their food choices, others are
There’s a significant treatment gap when it comes to adults with eating disorders: Nearly 30 million Americans will develop an
Pursuing treatment for an eating disorder or another mental health concern can be incredibly difficult, especially for mothers who may
Cultural Values and Their Effects on Body Positivity In Hispanic and Latin communities, heritage is celebrated through many facets of
When you’re searching for eating disorder treatment, the options can feel overwhelming—just the acronyms alone (IOP, PHP, FBT?) are dizzying.
With the abundance of food, shared mealtimes, and large social gatherings, the holiday season can be immensely difficult for anyone
Whether it be through advertising, social media, or even within supermarkets, we as people seem to continuously assign moral values
Your child starts exhibiting the signs of an eating disorder. You contact an eating disorder treatment center for help and
Almost all types of mental health conditions are more common among people who have an eating disorder. These conditions are
Body weight and body mass index (BMI), while inaccurate and inappropriate for many reasons, are still used to indicate the
Many eating disorder symptoms have to do with bodies: being preoccupied with your body, going to great lengths to change
CW: Mentions of Suicide Pretty much anyone who knows me also knows that I’ve recovered from an eating disorder. As
The return to school is never seamless for kids. While there’s sure to be excitement about reuniting with friends and
CW: Mentions of “ob*sity” – While we absolutely do not support the use of weight stigmatizing language, the terms “ob*sity”
When someone is struggling with their mental health, the first recommendation they often get is to see a therapist—and often,
