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What is Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder? Defining ARFID Beyond Just Picky Eating

Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, also known as ARFID, may be one of the least talked about eating disorders. But that doesn’t mean that it has fewer consequences. In this post, we review warning signs, causes and risk factors, complications of living with ARFID, and treatment options.

What is Relational-Cultural Theory? The Importance of Connection in Eating Disorder Recovery

Relational-Cultural Theory examines the power of connection to oneself, to one’s environment and to others. It’s also critical to eating disorder recovery.

Body Image Issues: Causes, Warning Signs & Improving Body-Esteem

Body image issues affect nearly every person at some point in their life. In this post, we break down the warning signs that you or a loved one may be suffering and what you can do to help.

Night Eating Syndrome vs. Binge Eating Disorder: What’s the Difference?

Binge Eating Disorder (BED) and Night Eating Syndrome (NES) are similar but distinct diagnoses. In this post, we break down the differences.

Not Feeling Heard? Here Are 5 Tips for Better Communicating Your Needs

Improving your communication is a challenging but necessary part of reinforcing the idea that your needs matter. Here are five tips to strengthen your skills.

Where Eating Disorders & Diabetes Intersect

People with diabetes are at an increased risk for developing eating disorders. In this post, we look at the relationship between the two.

Anxiety & Eating Disorders: 4 Biggest Areas of Concern

Anxiety and eating disorders often go hand in hand. In this post, we look at four specific areas where they frequently overlap.

Trauma & Eating Disorders: Which Should Be Treated First?

Treating co-occurring conditions, like trauma and eating disorders, is a complex process. Here’s how to approach it.

What is Comprehensive Eating Disorder Care?

Comprehensive eating disorder care is about treating the whole person, not just the eating disorder. Here’s what you need to know about it.