Category: Eating Disorders
Why Does Chocolate Seem To Lift Our Spirits?
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How often do you find yourself reaching for a piece of chocolate when you are sad or feeling blue? You’ve seen the movie scenes where…
Compulsive Eating And Drug Dependency
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Why is junk food so socially acceptable? There is a shocking similarity between drug addicts and compulsive eaters, and it can all comes down to…
Sugar And Your Mental Health Make For A Lethal Combination
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Stress causes many of us to turn to sugar as a treat. However, there’s evidence that this has a negative impact on our mental health….
Eating Disorders: Symptoms and Treatment
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Eating disorders are defined by behaviors of abnormal or unhealthy eating habits linked to mental health concerns. Generally, the condition stems from an obsession with…
Manage Triggers During the Holidays
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The end of summer marks the beginning of the holiday season. With the twinkling lights, cider mills, apple picking, and hayrides, it can be a…
Eating Disorder Awareness: What You Need to Know
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Nearly 24 million Americans struggle with an eating disorder. Eating disorders are a form of mental illness that causes extreme discord in an individual’s life…