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Cultural Considerations in Eating Disorder Treatment

“Culture” is one of the most complex concepts in the world, a combination of values, beliefs, language, social norms, and other considerations that touch on nearly everything a person mentally [...]
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Are Food Rules Helpful or Harmful?

Food rules can sound harmless, even supportive. They offer a sense of structure and the promise of health, and yet the more we lean on external rules to decide what [...]
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Understanding Perfectionism and Eating Disorders

Perfectionism is often misunderstood as a positive trait, something that motivates achievement or reflects strong values. But in the context of eating disorders, perfectionism rarely functions that way. It tends [...]
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The Shrinking Comfort Zone: Why Recovery Requires Risk

An eating disorder doesn’t announce itself as confinement. It arrives as relief, as order, as something that finally makes sense when everything else feels chaotic. The rules feel protective at [...]
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The Wake-Up Call That I Needed

Ever since I can remember, I felt like I was different than other boys somehow. While others were into things like sports and hunting, I had far more interest in introverted [...]
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Bridging the Gap: How Virtual IOP and PHP Expand Access to Eating Disorder Treatment for College Students Nationwide

For many college students, access to consistent, specialized eating disorder treatment is limited by geography, class schedules, or campus culture. Traditional in-person care may not be feasible for a student [...]
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When is an Eating Disorder Likely to Develop?

Eating disorders are often thought of as conditions that primarily impact young people—and, in particular, young white females. But the truth of the matter is much more nuanced. Conditions like [...]
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Food and Mood: How Nutrition Affects Mental Well-Being

What we eat is important in fueling our bodies and provides the essential nutrients needed for energy, growth, and repair. However, the importance of nutrition extends beyond just physical health. [...]
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Understanding Orthorexia in Athletes

Kate Ringwood, LPC, discusses why athletes are at risk of developing orthorexia and what coaches can do to help prevent [...]
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Binge Eating Disorder & Diabetes: What Is the Link?

Binge eating disorder (BED) and Type 2 diabetes are two of the most prevalent conditions affecting our modern society, and that may not be a coincidence. The connection between the [...]
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