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Eating Disorder Recovery & New Year’s: How to Navigate Resolution Season
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Eating Disorder Recovery & New Year’s: How to Navigate Resolution Season

New Year’s goal setting can be a complicated journey for those with eating & body image issues. Here’s how to navigate all that resolution pressure.

In the Media | Holiday Triggers and How to Cope

In the Media | Holiday Triggers and How to Cope

Holidays can be especially difficult for those who struggle with eating disorders-which is millions of Americans. Laurie Wollman, LCPC, discusses how those with eating disorders and their loved ones, can navigate the holiday season.

Body Image Obsession: Is Your Loved One Obsessed with How They Look?
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Body Image Obsession: Is Your Loved One Obsessed with How They Look?

Body image obsession is a part of our culture. Understanding it in the context of today’s world is the first step in helping someone who is struggling.

In the Media | Eating Disorders and Hanukkah: Finding Light in the Darkness

In the Media | Eating Disorders and Hanukkah: Finding Light in the Darkness

Like all Jewish holidays, there is a strong focus on food, such as sufganiyot and latkes during Hanukkah. This festive part of the holiday can be highly triggering to those with eating disorders. Sarah Bateman, LCSW shares tips on ways to find hope in the symbolism of Jewish rituals.

Eating Disorder Recovery During the Holidays: What to Expect & How to Maintain
Woman wrapping presents during the holiday season.

Eating Disorder Recovery During the Holidays: What to Expect & How to Maintain

Navigating the holidays while in recovery from an eating disorder presents many challenges – but also a few opportunities for growth. Here’s why.

Residential Eating Disorder Treatment: What to Expect on Your First Day
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Residential Eating Disorder Treatment: What to Expect on Your First Day

Entering residential eating disorder treatment can be an overwhelming experience. Here’s what to expect your first day and why feeling nervous is normal.

In the Media | The Best Holiday Gift? Keeping Your Mouth Shut About My Body

In the Media | The Best Holiday Gift? Keeping Your Mouth Shut About My Body

The holiday season often means family and friends get free rein to critique our bodies, weight, and lifestyle choices. Dr. Sam DeCaro, PsyD discusses the impact of these comments and ways to redirect or shut them down altogether.

In the Media | Promoting ‘Heroin Chic’ Bodies as a Trend Endangers Mental and Physical Health

In the Media | Promoting ‘Heroin Chic’ Bodies as a Trend Endangers Mental and Physical Health

The declaration that ‘heroin chic’ bodies are back in style has reignited discussion of bodies being deemed trends. Dr. Sam DeCaro discusses how these messages can be especially harmful to those struggling with eating disorders.

In the Media | How to Deal With a Partner Who Body Shames You

In the Media | How to Deal With a Partner Who Body Shames You

Body Shaming is defined as any comment that implies that your body needs to be “fixed.” Dr. Sam DeCaro, Psy.D discusses how body shaming can be a form of emotional abuse and the dangers of these comments.

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