Deipnophobia is a form of social anxiety disorder, manifesting as the fear of eating in front of others. The condition can be difficult or even debilitating to deal with every day. Your fear of eating in front of others can severely restrict your social life, the choices you have, and the decisions you make. But [...]
Are eating disorders genetic? Researchers think so. Eating disorders can result from both genetic and environmental influences. Several studies suggest that people with anorexia share genetic traits. While similar studies haven’t been conducted on bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder, researchers still believe these eating disorders have a genetic component. Researchers find that between 40% [...]
If your partner struggles with poor body image, you’re not alone. Body insecurity is remarkably common. By age 13, more than half of American girls are unhappy with their bodies. And by the time girls reach age 17, 78% are dissatisfied.1 Poor body image can strain your relationship and lead to conflict. While you may [...]
Years ago, treating binge eating disorder (BED) with medication was uncommon. Researchers say drugs can be effective when combined with traditional therapy and ongoing support. Vyvanse: Common Medication for Binge Eating The most common pharmacological treatment for binge eating disorder (BED) is lisdexamfetamine dimesylate, commonly known by the brand name Vyvanse. This drug is a [...]
The human body has three pairs of major salivary glands: Swelling of these glands, but the parotids in particular, is a symptom of both bulimia and anorexia. Often, it’s one of the first visible signs that someone has developed an eating disorder. Swollen parotid glands generally shrink back down after regular purging or limited food intake has stopped. [...]
Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses affecting 30 million people in the U.S. alone. [1] Recovering from an eating disorder can be challenging and requires hard work, accountability, and support. Thanks to modern technology, numerous eating disorder recovery apps are available. These five eating disorder apps connect you with in-the-moment support, monitor your meals and [...]
If you have Medicare, many eating disorder treatment options are available. Medicare typically covers inpatient treatment, which is traditionally done in a hospital setting for medical stabilization. Inpatient eating disorder treatment is provided for a short period and followed by residential care. How to Use Your Medicare Benefits More than 63 million people are enrolled [...]
About one in 44 children are diagnosed with autism. [1] Many of these children develop significant food rituals that are hard to break. Sometimes, those habits are significant enough to merit a diagnosis of avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). To them, there are no safe foods. Autism has changed their relationship with eating. Treatment teams can address co-occurring [...]
As students around the country returned to their classrooms for the new academic year, they most likely experienced a range of emotions: excitement about reuniting with friends, anxiety about upcoming academic challenges, and stress caused by new routines and expectations. Returning to school after the long summer break can represent a significant change in the [...]
For a person who is in recovery from an eating disorder, learning to eat intuitively can be challenging. To practice intuitive eating, an individual must be in tune with their body’s needs so that they can recognize hunger cues and acknowledge feeling full. It’s important to understand that learning to listen to your body and [...]
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