Aug 14, 20206 minPeer Contagion: Eating Disorder FriendsI can name 3 people from high school who had eating disorders. Peer contagion is the influence a friend has on your behavior and emotions.
Jun 9, 20203 minWhat is an Accountability Partner?For someone with an eating disorder, an accountability partner can assist in recovery. An accountability partner can hold you accountable.
May 19, 20201 minStages of Addiction RecoveryThere are three stages of recovery: the transition/abstinence stage, the early recovery/repair stage, and the ongoing recovery/growth stage.
May 15, 20203 minWhat is Pica?Pica is characterized by eating items of no nutritional value such as ice, soap, dirt, or paint. It is a rare eating disorder.
Apr 28, 20204 minIs There Such a Thing as an Addictive Personality?We have all heard, "I just have an addictive personality." Is it scientific and what does it have to do with an eating disorder?
Apr 14, 20203 minHow Lack of Purpose Leads to AddictionEating disorders are behavioral addictions. Addiction and lack of purpose are intertwined, but with an eating disorder, which came first?