Choosing an Eating Disorder Treatment Facility...
Choosing a treatment center for your son or daughter can seem extremely overwhelming. Learn what questions to ask and which options are available to consider. (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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Compulsive Exercise
A definition of compulsive exercise, also known as compensatory exercise or excessive exercise. (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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Eating Disorders 101
The amount of time spent with students provides teachers and coaches the unique opportunity to influence and build relationships with their students each year. On the other hand, they also have the responsibility of watching out for problems and challenges that their students are facing each year. If you are a teacher or coach that works with adolescents or young adults, I urge you to learn about eating disorders of all types and work to create a body-positive environment in your school. (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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Surviving (and Thriving) Throughout the Holiday...
Holiday parties and gatherings can be stressful on a number of levels, especially for those with eating disorders and eating issues. Learn how to stay in the moment and enjoy your celebrations. (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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Brave Girl Eating: A Family's Struggle with...
Review of Brave Girl Eating by Harriet Brown - a personal account of her family's journey to help her daughter recover through Family-Based Treatment. (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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The Eating Disorder Sourcebook
Review of The Eating Disorder Sourcebook by Carolyn Costin, MA, MEd, MFT. (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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Myth or Reality? What's the Truth About Eating...
Misconceptions and myths about eating disorders are incredibly prevalent. Learn more about some of the top myths about eating disorders. (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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Diagnostic Criteria for Eating Disorder - Not...
A summary of DSM-IV-TR criteria for Eating Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified, including criteria for Binge Eating Disorder. (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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Can Men Develop Eating Disorders?
Contrary to popular belief, men can develop eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder. Learn more about this issue. (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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Biological & Familial Influence on Disordered...
Eating disorders are known to be familial in nature. Is this a function of biology or shared environment? (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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What is the difference between binge eating and...
The terms binge eating and emotional overeating are sometimes used interchangeably but actually refer to two distinct issues that may be part of an eating disorder. (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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PTSD and Eating Disorders
Many people who suffer from an eating disorder have also experienced abuse and/or trauma, making them at risk for suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Learn more about how these two issues are related. (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Program That...
A review of Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Program That Works by Evelyn Tribole, MS, RD & Elyse Resch, MS, RD, FADA. (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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What Not To Say To Someone With Binge Eating...
If you know someone who is struggling with binge eating disorder (BED), then you likely want to be supportive of them. However, even the most well-meaning people can say things that can be hurtful, shame-inducing, and possibly triggering. Keep in mind this list of suggestions as you think of things you shouldn’t say to someone with BED. (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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Borderline Personality Disorder & Eating...
Borderline personality disorder is an illness characterized by instability and mood swings. It is commonly seen in sufferers of bulimia nervosa. Learn more about how these two issues are related. (Source: About.com Eating Disorders)
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