Getting Back On Track After Suffering a Relapse in Bulimia

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Woman suffering from a Bulimia Relapse Contributor: Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, Director of Content and Social Media at Eating Disorder Hope/Addiction Hope The eating disorder recovery journey is full of countless ups and downs. Recovering from bulimia is no different, and the attempt to stay in remission from behaviors associated with this eating disorder can seem much more difficult. When [...]
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International Interview Series: Beat, Top Eating Disorder Organization in the United Kingdom

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Contributor: Tracy Riches, Beat’s Helpline Manager 1.  What inspired you to become involved in Beat? I have always been passionate about mental health. Family members have experienced various forms of eating difficulties and therefore I wanted to make a difference. I’m enthusiastic about challenging stigma and supporting others to make sure they get the help and [...]
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Eating Disorders in China: Meeting the Rising Need for Resources

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China woman thinking about her inner child and eating disorder treatment Contributor: Courtney Howard, B.A., Director of Operations & Business Development at Eating Disorder Hope and Addiction Hope. There is a common misconception that eating disorders only occur in white teenage girls, but the reality is that mental illnesses do not discriminate. Eating disorders can affect absolutely anyone, regardless of age, race, gender, socioeconomic status, or [...]
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College Majors and Eating Disorder Susceptibility

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College Student Reading A Book About Clean Eating Contributor: Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, Director of Content and Social Media at Eating Disorder Hope/Addiction Hope The transition to college in itself is a process that involves many changes. As a student learns to become more autonomous and begin to find their own way, the gain in independency and decisions about the future can [...]
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National Eating Disorder Awareness Week on College Campuses

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College Students National Eating Disorder Awareness week Contributor: Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, Director of Content and Social Media at Eating Disorder Hope/Addiction Hope Without a doubt, the college years can be among the most memorable of a person’s life. Many individuals come into their own during their time spent in college, forming greater autonomy and an individual identity, branching out to [...]
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Starting College As A Trauma Abuse Survivor

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Woman returning to college Contributor: Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, Director of Content and Social Media at Eating Disorder Hope/Addiction Hope The transition to college in itself is an overwhelming venture. There are many new aspects that come with this stage in life, including increased responsibility and independency, learning more about oneself and developing identity, making decisions about finances, [...]
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Practicing Mindful Eating as a College Student

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Woman eating Contributor: Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, Director of Content and Social Media at Eating Disorder Hope/Addiction Hope When it comes to life as a college student, many people would characterize it as overloaded and busy. With schedules filled to the brim with academics, homework, social activities, Greek life, school functions, roommates, work, and more, college [...]
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Affording College Tuition After Losing a Scholarship in Eating Disorder Recovery

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College student using somatic therapy to help her recover from trauma Contributor: Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, Director of Content and Social Media at Eating Disorder Hope/Addiction Hope With the rising costs of tuition, many college students are dependent on some form of financial assistance to make ends meet. This can come in many different forms, including grants, loans, work-study and scholarships. Students may be awarded [...]
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