Diabetes & Eating Disorders: A Review

Asian American Woman struggling with Eating Disorders and Diabetes

Our bodies and life experiences do not exist in a vacuum. As such, it is not uncommon for numerous mental and physical diagnoses to challenge one individual. Research continues to grow regarding the co-occurrence of diabetes and eating disorders, showing that the two seem to be interrelated in some way. Diabetes and Eating Disorders One theory regarding [...]
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ARFID – “Picky Eating” Signs & Symptoms

Young girl wanting to be a model not realizing of the weight stigma that comes with it

Everyone knows the trope of a child that is a “picky eater.” What is less known is that these seemingly harmless and age-appropriate behaviors can, at times, interfere with nourishments and daily life to the point that it becomes a disordered eating behavior called ARFID. The Fifth Edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental [...]
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When Anorexia Shows up in Your Marriage

Married couple discussing when to seek treatment for an eating disorder

Anorexia and marriage do not mix well. As you know, Anorexia Nervosa is a mental health disorder that affects one’s interpersonal abilities in a variety of ways. The disorder is a maladaptive coping mechanism an individual utilizes to handle/manage unwanted emotions. The individual restricts their food intake as a means of either numbing, controlling, or [...]
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Athletes Coming to Terms with Their Body Shape & Weight

Over the past two years, former UCLA gymnast Katelyn Ohashi twice “broke the internet” with stunning floor routines and an infectious personality. But that’s not all. She’s brought more attention to a struggle many athletes face—negative body image. To hear that elite athletes struggle with body image may come as a surprise. Many people watch [...]
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Attachment and Eating Disorder Treatment

Contributor: Shelby White, LCSW, RYT – Therapist at Fairhaven Treatment Center Eating disorders are more than a set of behaviors toward food. In fact, looking at eating behaviors as a way to soothe and regulate deep emotional pain or get one’s deep relational needs met can be key in treating them. Likewise, research is more [...]
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Important Considerations of Anorexia and Exercise

A group of researchers at the University of Sydney in Australia, asked an interesting question about anorexia and exercise: do people with anorexia nervosa recognize or admit how much they are exercising? [1] As a therapist working in eating disorders since 2003, I learned long ago that many individuals with a diagnosis of anorexia find [...]
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The Importance of Relationships in Eating Disorder Treatment

Dr. Nicole Siegfried, Ph.D., CEDS is a recognized leader in the field of eating disorders and serves as the Chief Clinical Officer at Alsana. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and a certified eating disorder specialist. Nicole is an international presenter in the field of eating disorders and suicide, and a member of AED and [...]
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Jordan’s Struggle and Recovery from Anorexia

My name is Jordan, and this is my story and my hope of eating disorder inspiration. I was diagnosed with anorexia nervosa when I was 14 years old. Since then, I have been in and out of countless treatment programs. I have been in residential programs, IOP, PHP, and have done multiple rounds of Maudsley. [...]
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Postpartum Depression in Eating Disorders

Pregnant Lady dealing with an eating disorder during the holidays

On average, 130 million babies are born per minute. 130 million life-changing moments are happening around the world. It is a beautiful thought of so many lives being created. Yet, this also means that 130 million women per year are susceptible to postpartum depression. Unfortunately, the likelihood of postpartum depression increases if the individual has [...]
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Follow Up Care after Intensive Outpatient Treatment

Alsana - Ladies holding hands in the park

Thirteen years ago, I had the privilege of working with a teen girl receiving treatment for anorexia. Last month, we met again and strolled through a park with her 6-month-old baby in tow. Now a therapist herself, she counsels clients with eating disorders. I cannot express how delightful it was to spend time with her [...]
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