The Shocking Link Between Anorexia and Diabetes

Studies indicate patients with type 1 diabetes are more than twice as likely to have co-occurring anorexia. This may sound surprising to some. Many people know that those with type 1 diabetes are at a greater risk for several medical complications, including nerve damage, eye disease, and kidney disease. But, many are unaware of the […]

Sep

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What is Emotional Intelligence?

Emotional intelligence or emotional quotient (EQ) is the ability to understand, use, and manage emotions in positive, healthy ways to communicate effectively, relieve stress, empathize with others, overcome challenges and defuse conflict. This helps adults build stronger relationships, succeed at school and in future employment endeavors, and achieve their career and personal goals. It can […]

3 Reasons Why You Should NEVER Self-Diagnose an Eating Disorder

Aug

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3 Reasons Why You Should NEVER Self-Diagnose an Eating Disorder

Eating disorders are mental health conditions that require specialized, professional treatment. The potential medical and mental health dangers associated with untreated eating disorders cannot be understated. Getting help to heal from an eating disorder requires choosing a program that offers individualized, specialized eating disorder treatment specific to your needs. This means your eating disorder and […]

What are the Physical Effects of Bulimia?

Aug

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What are the Physical Effects of Bulimia?

Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions characterized by various abnormal and harmful eating patterns. The effects of an eating disorder do not stop at weight loss or gain. They can have significant and debilitating mental, physical, and psychological health. Over ten thousand Americans lose their lives to complications related to an eating disorder yearly. […]

Jul

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How to Support Someone Through Rehab

Addiction and mental health challenges impact people in different ways. However, the emotional effects of these illnesses are not limited to the person who suffers from symptoms. The person’s actions (whether intentional or unintentional) can, and often do, filter down to their loved ones and friends. When you abuse alcohol or drug or experience certain […]

Is There Such A Thing As A Cure for Eating Disorders?

Jul

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Is There Such A Thing As A Cure for Eating Disorders?

Eating disorders are mental health conditions that affect the lives of millions of Americans of all ages. Despite the opinions of some, eating disorders are not a struggle that is “voluntary” or “in the head” of the person suffering from medical and mental health symptoms. The statistics from the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and […]

Jun

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What Causes Postpartum Depression?

For many women, pregnancy and childbirth are amazing and life-changing experiences. Your body and mind experience many changes during pregnancy and the days and weeks following childbirth. For some, these changes can lead to depression. Often, postpartum depression symptoms resolve within a few days after birth. However, some women experience pervasive and painful symptoms that […]