Eating disorders affect hundreds of millions around the world and are dominated by negative thoughts and behaviors around food, eating, weight and body shape. Current research reveals the best ...
In the United States, eating disorders are the second most deadly mental health issue (behind opioid use disorder). And they are more common than you may think, affecting about 9 percent of the U.S.
Eating disorder treatment dropout is common and multifactorial. Improving engagement, reducing waiting times, and personalizing care can help more patients achieve recovery.
Treatment methods for eating disorders vary and often change, based on the patient's age and level of care needed. Changes to eating disorder treatment may cause patient distress, dangerous delays, ...
Eating disorder treatment programs in New Jersey can feel overwhelming for someone who is already exhausted from constantly battling thoughts about food and ...
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) This week is National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, and our Expert Pine Rest has a new treatment program that provides a much-needed service at a time when eating ...
During National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, experts and survivors are emphasizing the importance of early intervention ...
DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- Non-profit The Emily Program opened the nation's first residential inpatient center of excellence in Durham dedicated to treating eating disorders. The Avoidant Restrictive Food ...
While the concept of eating disorders has become more broadly discussed over the last few years, less is understood about the psychology behind them — namely, what is happening inside the brain of a ...
Eating disorders can affect anybody, no matter their age, gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic status or body size. Yet the myth that eating disorders are "diseases of affluence" persists, and can mean ...
Eating disorders affect people of all races and ethnicities. However, barriers to healthcare may prevent some racial and ethnic groups from receiving accurate diagnoses and treatment. Eating disorders ...