Engagement in social media use is a prevalent part of how we spend our time. A way to fill time, to “decompress,” to avoid, to entertain, and to connect. But how often do we really take time to reflect on the impact of social media use on our lives? Are we being responsible consumers and […]
Those little behaviors… Let’s talk about some lesser known eating disorder symptoms that actually have a big impact. Oftentimes eating disorder thoughts, urges and behaviors are heightened when around food. However, it is not always obvious exactly how an eating disorder impacts time at the table. Here’s a list of some table behaviors that are
Normal eating can be a difficult concept to grasp if you or a loved one are struggling with an eating disorder or a problematic relationship with food. Diet culture often demands that we not listen to our bodies as a guide of how to take care of ourselves. Instead, diet culture calls on us to
Stay away from the scale – as a matter of fact, get rid of it! If your weight needs to be monitored, leave that up to the doctors. Don’t let how much you weigh affect your self-esteem or sense of who you are. If you struggle with getting dressed in the morning, try doing everything
Did you know? In a large study of 14- and 15-year-olds, dieting was the most important predictor of a developing eating disorder. Those who dieted moderately were 5x more likely to develop an eating disorder, and those who practiced extreme restriction were 18x more likely to develop an eating disorder than those who did not
Hello fellow providers! This resource is yours to use and modify in the way that fits best with your practice. I found it hard to find resources about the types of hunger that were suitable to use when working with clients with eating disorders. It is a simple worksheet originally created to be used in
