With many health claims bombarding consumers, it is hard to discern between fact and fiction. Dietary fat has long been scrutinized for health risks including heart disease. So the common question becomes, “Does eating fat lead to weight gain?” Well, the fact is: dietary fat alone does not cause the number on the scale to…
Relapse prevention following participation in treatment is not always easy. Many patients leave treatment with high hopes of doing well and the notion that they will not slip or relapse. Often the belief is that because at the time of discharge they are eating and following their meal plan and verbalizing their thoughts and feelings…
Regarding physical activity, select one of the following: ___ I should do more ___ I do an appropriate amount ___ I should do less ___ I should do less and cannot stop Exercise is uncommonly perceived as a potential eating disorder behavior, but that is not always the case. Depending on frequency, type and…
A common feature of individuals diagnosed with an eating disorder is self-criticism or low self-worth. In order to achieve a lasting recovery and to prevent relapse for someone who has struggled with or who is currently facing the challenge of overcoming an eating disorder, they must learn to love themselves. This is a concept that…
The new year can be an exciting time accompanied with thoughts of anticipation and change. Many people start their new year with hopeful resolutions. Sadly, a high percentage of these resolutions dissolve as the month of January passes by. When one is in recovery after having dealt with an eating disorder, creating resolutions can be…
Hey Love, I know you are struggling with yourself. I know how you feel. You see the pretty girls in magazines and on TV and even in real life. You’re only in the 5th grade but the cattiness has shown to be thriving. You already feel different than some of the other girls. The clothes…
As a therapist working with patients diagnosed with eating disorders, I have come to learn that eating during the holiday season is not the only challenge my patients might face. Socialization can also be increasingly difficult. During this time, families desire increased interaction with loved ones. It does not matter if the relative lives near…
The Holidays can be a trying time for those struggling with eating disorders. Thanksgiving can be particularly challenging because it is the one holiday that is centered around food and “feasting”. Along with the holidays comes a certain amount of pressure and maintaining recovery can seem nearly impossible when facing the difficulty of gathering around…
It is fall once again, that beautiful time of year where leaves begin to change color, football begins again, and school is back in session. It is always a fun and exciting time of year to progress to the next year of school, from Kindergarten to College. For those struggling with an eating disorder, this…
Fourth of July is a fun holiday. The celebration of our country’s birth is full of fireworks, family time, friends, swimming and food. Any party or event to celebrate is sure to be food-filled with American favorites such as hotdogs and hamburgers! For most Americans, this holiday weekend will be joyfully anticipated, and there will…
