2021 Eating Disorders Trigger - The Meadowglade

Dec

Say NO to NYE Resolutions That May Trigger Eating Disorders

The end of the year is approaching. Given the challenges that 2020 has imparted on virtually every American, young and old, it is likely safe to say that most are happy to see the year come to a close. While we await the arrival of 2021 and hopefully better times ahead, we often begin to […]

Dec

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How to Shoo Away Seasonal Depression

As the holiday season arrives along with the inevitable change of season and colder weather, it often brings along new or increased stress, anxiety, and depression. November and December are frequently booked tightly with events and obligations (either with family or socially), which bring about feelings of stress and anxiety that feel more intense than […]

Nov

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7 Ways to Stay on Top of Your Eating Disorder Recovery During The Holidays

Despite the strange landscape of 2020 and what will undoubtedly feel like a “different” holiday season, November still begins the time of year where many begin to think about family meals, cookies, pie, and the occasional dessert table that shows up in the conference room at the office. Eating disorders are often thought to affect […]

Oct

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Can Horror Movies Cause Anxiety?

Humans are oddly fascinated by those things that scare us. Whether it’s rollercoasters, skydiving, true crime documentaries on Netflix, or yes, even the annual thirty days of horror movies that arrive every October on various movie networks. Whether horror movies are your “go-to” date night staple, or you are more of a seasonal fan, it […]

Oct

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6 Signs of Increased Anxiety

Awareness of mental health disorders has improved greatly over the past few years, but there is still quite a long way to go. Although 1 in 6 people in California suffer from a mental health problem, only around a third of sufferers get the help that they need. One mental health disorder that is still […]

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Sep

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Is It Healthy to Use Laxatives?

Occasional constipation is nothing to worry about. 16 percent of U.S. adults struggle with constipation, including one-third of adults ages 60 and older. According to fiber brand Metamucil, common causes of occasional constipation include a diet low in fiber, lack of physical activity, certain medications, and ignoring the body’s signals that it’s time to “go.” […]

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Sep

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What Are Barriers to Mental Health Care?

Around 20% of all Americans will experience mental illness in their lifetime, and around 60 million people are affected by mental health disorders in any one year. These statistics are rather sobering, and the figures in Southern California are broadly in line with the national averages.