Do I Have an Eating Disorder?
Talking about eating disorders is no longer as taboo as it used to be. In the United States, nearly 28 million people say they have suffered from an eating disorder at some point in their life. And while eating disorders involve disordered eating habits around food,...
Deconstructing the Toxic Beauty Standard of the TikTok Almond Mom Trend
Why can’t we just be happy with our bodies? This seemingly simple question prompts some complex answers. While depression, dysmorphia, bullying, and unhealthy relationships with social media can contribute to low self-esteem or dissatisfaction with our bodies, the...
Are You Taking Your Eating Disorder to College?
For many, college can be an exciting time, but for those students who suffer from an eating disorder, this new college experience comes with a lot of personal responsibility. Because for many, college can also be a triggering experience. The increase in schoolwork,...
Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Three Words That Can Ruin Your Summer
If you suffer from body dysmorphic disorder, these three words can ruin your summer. After all, it’s hard to hide, cover up, and/or add more clothes when the temperature rises and you want to feel the sun on your skin. But what exactly is body dysmorphic...
Social Media or Social Online Hell?
Unless you have been living in a vacuum, you have no doubt heard of the drama unfolding daily in social media between Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, and Pete Davidson. While it is undeniably hard to turn away from this slow-moving train wreck, what it really reveals is...Recent Posts
Self-care Habits for Total Well-being
Self-care has become somewhat of a buzzword. The extensive lists on social media of exotic teas and oils have created …
Is My Child Having an Eating Disorder Relapse? What to Look Out For!
Recognizing warning signs of a potential relapse is an important step in recovery from the eating disorder you have worked …
How Do You Recover from PTSD Triggers?
Living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be debilitating because it penetrates every living moment. Even the most mundane daily …