ARFID point of view: "I'm new here"
Learn about the signs and symptoms of Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), an eating disorder diagnosis, and how to access ARFID…
Learn about the signs and symptoms of Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), an eating disorder diagnosis, and how to access ARFID…
There can be undue pressure to look or feel a certain way in the early weeks and months postpartum. Understanding how to appreciate your changing body…
As the flame of summer slowly burns out, teens and parents alike are beginning to wonder what the upcoming school year might bring. Alongside the…
The end of summer can come with anxiety about academic and social pressures. A focus on mental wellness during this transition is critical for a…
Ambivalence toward treatment is a normal emotion that can make decision making difficult. Learn about the reasons for treatment ambivalence and find…
Individuals identifying as Black, Indigenous or a person of color (BIPOC) can face increased levels of stress across the lifespan due to institutional…
Summer is an ideal time for mental health treatment since it can offer structure and stability during a high-risk time and it prevents academic…
Here’s a glimpse into the new ERC eating disorder treatment center in Irvine, CA. Learn about the supportive, comprehensive care available and the…
Should you go to eating disorder treatment this summer? We have a comprehensive list of resources to help you made the decision.
Body image issues amongst men can lead to shame, overwhelming anxiety, guilt, and even depression. Although typically framed as a women’s issue, body…
What is love bombing? It can include excessive attention, admiration, and affection; making the person dependent on the euphoric dopamine and…
Eating disorders can be confusing for both those who have them and those who do not. Undoing the stereotypes of these complex mental conditions can be…
If diets worked, the global weight loss industry would put itself out of business. The harmful physical and psychological effects of dieting are well…
Our senior community is at the forefront of those whose mental health has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes high rates of anxiety,…
It’s common for people struggling with eating disorders to have a co-occurring mental health disorder. Anxiety disorders are particularly common when…
People who binge eat often use food for comfort, a form of experiential avoidance. See how binge eating disorder treatment can help.
A Q&A with Rabbi Tzvi Steinberg, who serves at all Eating Recovery Center (ERC) nationwide locations.
As a Vietnamese American clinician reflecting on Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month, it is truly enlightening to see the…
Are people really lonelier than every before? And how does that relate to our mental health? Get the answers here.
It’s no secret that the past 2 years have challenged students in ways we’ve never seen before. We’ve heard on the news – and perhaps from our own…
It was 2015 when I first publicly proclaimed that I struggled with “drunkorexia” in a post on my now defunct blog. Looking back, I had no idea…
“Virtual IOP was exactly what I needed...constant pushing from my therapist and dietitian keeps me trying to recover; the group held me more…
Learn about the connection between stress and mental health. We show you the easy-to-follow steps to take to reduce chronic stress.
“As a nurse, we have the opportunity to heal the heart, mind, soul and body of our patients, their families and ourselves. They may not remember…
I grew up as a teen in the 1980s when fat in foods was the enemy. And as I was swept up in diet culture, there were many rules and different…
I was 11 years old, it was Christmas eve, and we still had no presents under the tree. The year before I would have been angry, but this year I…
On Tuesday, March 1, 2022, President Joe Biden brought mental health to the forefront of the national conversation by addressing the country's current…
Eating disorders affect more than 30 million Americans. Despite their prevalence and the reality that they have one of the highest mortality rates of…
Each day begins with a core belief among the treatment team. “Recovery is possible,” says Chloe VandeVoort, RD, a clinical dietitian in the Partial…
Self-care is doing what is necessary to achieve a healthy, well-balanced life. The World Health Organization describes self-care as “the ability of…
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