“Tomorrow, the sun will rise as it always does and you will be okay.” – Reminder for bad days (via rottingveins)
Researchers find potential breakthrough in binge-eating disorder treatment – Science Daily
Researchers find potential breakthrough in binge-eating disorder treatmentScience DailyThe American Psychiatric Association classifies BED as an eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating, which is eating large quantities of food in a short period of time with a sense of loss of control to stop. Binges are …and more »
Anti Self Diagnosis isn’t Ableist
everythingantiproana: When we say “don’t self diagnose”, we aren’t saying “don’t seek help” When we say “don’t self diagnose”, we aren’t saying getting help is easy When we say “don’t self diagnose”, we aren’t saying your issues aren’t valid When we say “don’t self diagnose”, we want you to be advocates for your own care When we say “don’t self diagnose”, we want you to recognize your individualism and the vast number or mental illnesses in the DSM-V When we say “don’t self diagnose”, aren’t saying doctors are perfect- it’s ok to get a second opinion When we say “don’t self diagnose”, we are saying there is a reason getting a degree that allows you to diagnose mental illness takes so long When we say “don’t …
Hi. I’ve been really struggling lately.. Last year I was at a good weight for my size, although I had to overcome some hurdles with eating and all…
body dysmorphic disorder may be something you’re also dealing with, it’s really common with eating disorder victims. Maybe try loosing weight HEALTHILY, but that means balanced eating, balanced exercise, drink lots of water and sleep? but please don’t loose weight just because you hate your body, loose weight to be HEALTHY and healthy DOES NOT MEAN skinny. If you’re mentally unhealthy, I suggest you to don’t be too strict with your diet, just make sure you feed yourself properly and exercise appropriately xx-Caroline
Looming Marijuana Ruling Could Limit Federal Prosecutions
A federal appeals court is expected to issue a ruling soon on the scope of a Congressional act that could pave the way to end or overturn at least six federal marijuana criminal prosecutions and convictions in California and Washington
Greater social media use tied to higher risk of eating, body image concerns
Logging on to social media sites frequently throughout the week or spending hours trolling various social feeds during the day is linked to a greater risk of young adults developing eating and body image concerns, an analysis discovered.
Alizé Pharma reports positive results from its Phase II clinical trial of AZP-531 in Prader-Willi Syndrome
Results from the randomized, double blind and placebo-controlled Phase II trial show significant improvements in hyperphagia-related behavior, a key therapeutic objective in Prader-Willi Syndrome.
White Models in Asian Ads
Over at highsnobiety: “The reason why Asian brands would want to use foreign models is that there’s pressure to compete with foreign brands. They want to minimize their visual gap and solidify their positioning,” says Taeil Park, former Fashion Editor at GQ Korea. “It’s less about how ‘better-looking’ foreign models may be than Asian models. It’s more about competing with these foreign brands, and wanting to be seen as the same kind of quality brand.” Labels representative of this type are Wooyoungmi, Juun.J, and O’2nd, who sell to Western doors like Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman, and Saks Fifth Avenue. In such stores, they are physically merchandized alongside DKNY, Maje, Opening Ceremony, Vivienne Westwood, Lanvin, Calvin Klein, Ami Paris…And their models are? Mostly white….
Join Us for "Eating Disorders: How to Screen, Assess, Treat, and Refer"
We have an exciting opportunity to share with eating disorder professionals in Ohio. On Tuesday May 17, Dr. Lucene Wisniewski will present the complimentary CEU training Eating Disorders: How to Screen, Assess, Treat, and Refer. This presentation will provide professionals a focused way to: Identify the three primary types of eating disorders Identify at least three reasons to refer to an eating disorder specialist Describe four levels of interventions for eating disorders Name at least two ways people outside the eating disorder speciality can support an individual in eating disorder treatment Event Details Where: Oberlin College, Knowlton Center, 210 Woodland St., Oberlin, OH 44074 When: Tuesday, May 17 from 9:00 – 11:30 AM. To learn more or register, click here. Want to stay up-to-date on upcoming trainings? Sign up for our Programs…
Nikki will explain the relationship between food and the brain
Congratulations, you’re now registered! Let us know what news and updates you want to hear about and we’ll send them straight to your inbox. Manx Eating Disorders Support Group is hosting a guest speaker on tomorrow from 6pm to 7.30pm at the Next Step Day Centre, 26-27 Derby Square, Douglas.
Briarcliff Manor neighbors fight plans to turn mansion into eating disorder group home – WABC-TV
WABC-TVBriarcliff Manor neighbors fight plans to turn mansion into eating disorder group homeWABC-TVThere is a battle brewing over a mansion in Westchester County and the plans to turn it into a treatment facility for eating disorders. It's one of Westchester's multimillion dollar mansions, sitting on four acres next to Trump National Golf Club in …and more »