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Binge Eating Disorder Recovery and Weight Loss: Do They Go Hand-In-Hand?
As human beings, we have a biological need to fuel our bodies. As a result, there are internal mechanisms that support a relationship with food. Deprivation may increase desire or focus on specific types of foods that we, as a society, have labeled as “bad” or “unhealthy.” Pair this hyper focus with ravenous hunger (a common result of dieting) and you’ve got the perfect recipe for a binge eating episode.
Who Does Binge Eating Disorder Affect?
To help you better understand who exactly can be affected by binge eating disorder, Walden’s Dr. Kate Craigen shares some common demographic information in this vlog.
What is ARFID?
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), also known as “extreme picky eating,” is an eating disorder impacting thousands of Americans, particularly children.
What You Need to Know About Pica
Pica is defined as the persistent and compulsive eating, over a period of at least one month, of non-food substances (such as paint or string) that are not developmentally appropriate for that age.
7 Symptoms of Anorexia You Might Not Know About
Anorexia is a complex illness – one that has the highest mortality rate of any mental illness – that manifests differently for each individual. Here are some of the lesser known warning signs of Anorexia.
Eating Disorders & College Students: 5 Ways to Navigate Campus & Dining Halls
There are many considerations when determining how to best nourish yourself and rebuild your relationship with food while away from home. Here are some helpful tips.
Do I Have Binge Eating Disorder? 5 Important Questions to Consider
Binge Eating Disorder is a serious and complex condition affecting more than 6 million Americans of all ages, genders, shapes and sizes. If you think you might have binge eating disorder, there is hope. Take the first step and ask yourself these five questions.
Why Jenny Craig and Weight Watchers Don’t Work for those with Binge Eating Disorder
Programs like Weight Watchers and Jenny Craig not only fail to result in sustained weight loss for most people, they can make you more prone to binge eat.
5 Lies My Eating Disorder Told Me
Recovery has taught me countless valuable lessons, and one of the most important lessons is that ED is wrong. In fact, ED is very wrong.
What is Eating Disorder Treatment Like?
Approximately 30 million Americans will personally be impacted by eating disorders in their lifetime. Seeking help – and taking the first step toward recovery – can understandably bring feelings of anxiety, stress and uncertainty – as well as many questions.