What Makes People Become Anorexic? Your Questions Answered
Anorexia is an eating disorder, but what causes it? By taking a look at some direct and indirect causes, one can begin to see different factors that …
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Controlling Binge Eating Disorder: Tips You Should Know
A key symptom of binge eating disorder is a loss of control while eating. This lack of control can be difficult to overcome, but this article offers …
Continue ReadingDating a Bulimic: Overcoming the Challenges of Being with a Bulimic
Dating a bulimic can be challenging and you may feel helpless and clueless about the best ways to deal with your partner. But do not despair - you …
Continue ReadingHow to Stop Night Eating - Tips on How to Beat the Cravings
Do you find yourself reaching for snacks at night? You feel cravings and you want to stop your night eating because you know it is not healthy to eat …
Continue ReadingBinge Eating Disorder and ADHD: Exploring the Link Between the Two
It is not uncommon for some people with ADHD to binge eat. But is there a link between the two disorders? This article examines the limited research …
Continue ReadingAnorexia Nervosa Treatment - What Works and What Doesn't?
Anorexia nervosa treatment is complex and underutilized, since anorexics do not recognize the need for treatment. Treatment is conducted inpatient or …
Continue ReadingInsight into the Causes of Binge Eating Disorder
We have all overeaten occasionally, perhaps at a buffet, taking extra helpings of dessert or overstuffing ourselves with chips and ice cream during a …
Continue ReadingUnderstanding Eating Disorders - The History of Anorexia Nervosa
The history of anorexia nervosa is extensive with reports dating back over 800 years ago. However, the term anorexia nervosa is relatively new. The …
Continue ReadingExplaining the Differences between Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa
As difficult as it may be for some to understand, an eating disorder is a form of mental illness. The two primary eating disorders are anorexia …
Continue ReadingNight Eating Disorder Treatment: Exploring the Best Treatments
As many as 6 million Americans may suffer from night eating syndrome, or NES, a recently-identified eating disorder. Night eating disorder treatment …
Continue ReadingFive Pieces of Advice for Bulimics
As someone who struggles with bulimia, you may feel like overcoming your eating disorder is impossible. But take heart! These five pieces of advice …
Continue ReadingRecovering Anorexic Meal Plan
Facing food multiple times a day for a recovering anorexic can be overwhelming and terrifying. However, it does not have to necessarily be this way. …
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