Eating Disorders

March2Madness: Carrie

By Anthony Tobia, M.D. on March 28, 2019 in Views Through the Psychiatrist’s Lens

Prom season is right around the corner, making this analysis of the film Carrie a must-read.

Prom season is right around the corner, making this analysis of the film Carrie a must-read.

How to Stop Overeating When You Feel Fat

By Glenn Livingston Ph.D. on March 28, 2019 in Never Binge Again

Feeling heavy is often one of the worst triggers for people who overeat, but it doesn't have to be!

Feeling heavy is often one of the worst triggers for people who overeat, but it doesn't have to be!

Pros and Cons of Taking Time Out for Recovery from Anorexia

By Emily T. Troscianko on March 28, 2019 in A Hunger Artist

There are arguments for and against putting life on hold for recovery. How should you decide, and how can you make what you decide on work as well as possible for you?

There are arguments for and against putting life on hold for recovery. How should you decide, and how can you make what you decide on work as well as possible for you?

Brides, Wedding Planning and Diet Culture

By Sari Cooper, CST, LCSW on March 23, 2019 in Sex Esteem

As you plan your wedding, are you already feeling the pressure of dieting for the dress? Create an intention to focus on being a healthy embodied bride.

As you plan your wedding, are you already feeling the pressure of dieting for the dress? Create an intention to focus on being a healthy embodied bride.

How to Stop Overeating When You're Lonely

By Glenn Livingston Ph.D. on March 23, 2019 in Never Binge Again

If being alone is difficult for you, and you frequently turn to food for "comfort", this advice may help you finally stick to your diet, and enjoy the time by yourself.

If being alone is difficult for you, and you frequently turn to food for "comfort", this advice may help you finally stick to your diet, and enjoy the time by yourself.

How to Stop Overeating When Tired or Fatigued

By Glenn Livingston Ph.D. on March 21, 2019 in Never Binge Again

If you stick to your diet all day only to "lose it" in the evening, you might want to try this unusual procedure.

If you stick to your diet all day only to "lose it" in the evening, you might want to try this unusual procedure.

Weight Loss and Slow Metabolism Syndrome

By Glenn Livingston Ph.D. on March 18, 2019 in Never Binge Again

Many factors can influence a slow metabolism problem. There are several simple things you can do to see if you have one, and make adjustments more easily than you may think!

Many factors can influence a slow metabolism problem. There are several simple things you can do to see if you have one, and make adjustments more easily than you may think!

Raising Children After Anorexia

By Emily T. Troscianko on March 08, 2019 in A Hunger Artist

A mother of four and paediatrician in recovery shares what she’s learned about parenting post-anorexia—both how parents can shape their children, and vice versa.

A mother of four and paediatrician in recovery shares what she’s learned about parenting post-anorexia—both how parents can shape their children, and vice versa.

Hungry All the Time? How to Stop Overeating

By Glenn Livingston Ph.D. on March 05, 2019 in Never Binge Again

Do you crave more food, even when you know you should be full? Shifting your mental perspective can make a difference.

Do you crave more food, even when you know you should be full? Shifting your mental perspective can make a difference.

When Healthy Eating Is an Eating Disorder in Disguise

By Alexis Conason Psy.D. on March 05, 2019 in Eating Mindfully

Is the latest health craze really just a diet in disguise? Why "wellness plans" are really just diets rebranded and how they can lead to a dangerous new eating disorder.

Is the latest health craze really just a diet in disguise? Why "wellness plans" are really just diets rebranded and how they can lead to a dangerous new eating disorder.

6 Reasons Writing Can Promote Eating Disorder Recovery

By Emily Page Lockamy MA, LPCA on March 02, 2019 in Reflections on Love and Loss

As National Eating Disorders Awareness Week ends, it's important to continue spreading awareness about effective therapy approaches.

As National Eating Disorders Awareness Week ends, it's important to continue spreading awareness about effective therapy approaches.

My Mother The Fridge, My Father The Microwave

By Nick Luxmoore on March 01, 2019 in Young People Up Close

Our relationship with food is also about our relationship with dependence and independence, power and powerlessness.

Our relationship with food is also about our relationship with dependence and independence, power and powerlessness.

We Are Failing at Treating Eating Disorders in Minorities

By Kristen Fuller, M.D. on February 28, 2019 in Happiness Is a State of Mind

People of color, the LGBTQ community, and men are less likely to seek treatment for an eating disorder due to cultural differences, fear of rejection, and discrimination.

People of color, the LGBTQ community, and men are less likely to seek treatment for an eating disorder due to cultural differences, fear of rejection, and discrimination.

Why Have Overdose Rates Risen for Middle-Aged Women?

By Cortney S. Warren Ph.D. on February 28, 2019 in Naked Truth

Why are middle-aged women are dying from drug overdoses at such high rates? Cultural pressure to be thin is a contributing factor.

Why are middle-aged women are dying from drug overdoses at such high rates? Cultural pressure to be thin is a contributing factor.

Presidential Obesity: Does It Matter?

By Edward Abramson Ph.D. on February 27, 2019 in It's Not Just Baby Fat!

Should presidential candidates try to lose weight prior to running for office?

Should presidential candidates try to lose weight prior to running for office?

How to Stop Overeating When You're Bored

By Glenn Livingston Ph.D. on February 27, 2019 in Never Binge Again

If you struggle with overeating when you feel bored try this one simple mindset shift!

If you struggle with overeating when you feel bored try this one simple mindset shift!

Orthorexia: 10 Signs You Should Seek Help Now

By Dawn Delgado LMFT, CEDS-S on February 26, 2019 in Eating Disorders

Is your healthy eating killing you?

Is your healthy eating killing you?

Diet Self Talk: Can You Really Talk Yourself Thin?

By Glenn Livingston Ph.D. on February 25, 2019 in Never Binge Again

Could the way you talk to yourself help you get thin and stay thin?

Could the way you talk to yourself help you get thin and stay thin?

Eating and Exercising: Genes vs. Thoughts About Genes

By Edward Abramson Ph.D. on February 17, 2019 in It's Not Just Baby Fat!

Be careful about how you think about your genes. Your thoughts could have unintended consequences.

Be careful about how you think about your genes. Your thoughts could have unintended consequences.

The Complicated Relationship Between Anorexia and Sex

By Emily T. Troscianko on February 14, 2019 in A Hunger Artist

Sex often vanishes in anorexia and returns in recovery. Learning—or relearning—how to let sexual appetites and connections be part of life again is complex and often scary.

Sex often vanishes in anorexia and returns in recovery. Learning—or relearning—how to let sexual appetites and connections be part of life again is complex and often scary.

How to Stop a Binge in Its Tracks

By Glenn Livingston Ph.D. on February 14, 2019 in Never Binge Again

Do you sometimes find yourself in the middle of eating and feel you just can't stop? Almost as if someone were pointing a gun at your head and saying "eat?"

Do you sometimes find yourself in the middle of eating and feel you just can't stop? Almost as if someone were pointing a gun at your head and saying "eat?"

Is “Drunkorexia” a Real Thing?

By Renee Engeln Ph.D. on February 11, 2019 in Beauty Sick

Evidence is piling up that researchers and health practitioners can no longer ignore this toxic mix of disordered eating and dangerous drinking.

Evidence is piling up that researchers and health practitioners can no longer ignore this toxic mix of disordered eating and dangerous drinking.

Every Bite Is an Opportunity for Self Love

By Glenn Livingston Ph.D. on February 04, 2019 in Never Binge Again

Are you so frightened of food cravings that you've been unable to improve your diet? A little knowledge about how the nervous system works can make a big difference!

Are you so frightened of food cravings that you've been unable to improve your diet? A little knowledge about how the nervous system works can make a big difference!

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The Fear of Rejection in Addiction

By Gregory L. Jantz Ph.D. on February 01, 2019 in Hope for Relationships

Admitting an addiction to yourself can be extraordinarily difficult because of the terrifying possibility of rejection. Admitting it to others can seem like walking over hot coals.

Admitting an addiction to yourself can be extraordinarily difficult because of the terrifying possibility of rejection. Admitting it to others can seem like walking over hot coals.

How to Stop Numbing Out With Food

By Susan Biali Haas M.D. on February 01, 2019 in Prescriptions for Life

Do you frequently turn to food to numb your feelings? Do you wish that you could stop? Follow these four steps to decode and heal your habit of emotional eating.

Do you frequently turn to food to numb your feelings? Do you wish that you could stop? Follow these four steps to decode and heal your habit of emotional eating.