Going Back to School for Athletes
Athletes, Student Life
Pressure
Going back to school can be very difficult for student-athletes surrounded by the heightened pressure. We feel as if there is some hierarchical standard attached to our identity along with our physical appearance. We are constantly…
Transitioning to College with an Eating Disorder: Are You Ready?
Student Life
It is that familiar time of year when many of my young adult patients are returning from their summer eating disorder treatment. They find that in working with their discharge planner, they are now faced with the choice to either go back to…
Campus Warriors: A Faculty Advisor’s Perspective
Special Topics, Student Life
As a faculty member at Rogers State University, I always look forward to the fall semester. It’s fun to meet new students and see returning students who are refreshed and ready to continue their educational journey. During the first week…
Navigating College in Recovery
Recovery, Student LifeCollege is an exciting time, but many of the things that make it feel so exciting (independence, social life, lots of class options, etc) can also make it feel stressful and daunting at times. When I started college, I was overwhelmed with the…
As a Mother of Two Kids with Eating Disorders, Here’s How I Ease the Transition Back to School for Them
Parents & Caregivers, Student Life
After summer, fall is perhaps the second-most challenging time of year for children with eating disorders. Going back to school brings a host of uncertainties and challenges that can be dysregulating for children, teens and even college-age…
College student finds healing, silver linings during eating disorder journey
Recovery, Student LifeIn March of 2020, when the pandemic caused the closure of businesses, schools and activities, my daughter Maureen was a junior in high school. School became virtual and the dance classes she loved disappeared. But instead of curling up in…
Aerie x NEDA Campus Warriors: Making Change on College Campuses
Special Topics, Student LifeThe Aerie Real Foundation™ works to build confidence in women, foster an inclusive community, and protect our planet to make the world a better place for all. We’re awarding our first $100,000 Aerie Real Change Signature Grant to NEDA Campus…
Losing Sight of Myself: Overcoming Bullying and Eating Disorders
Student LifeWhat was it like to be me growing up? Eye-opening. It all started around age fourteen, when I began feeling self-conscious about my body. I was always the tall, lanky kid that was horrible at sports but a great talker and an…
How Writing Saved My Life
Student LifeTalking openly about my feelings has never come easily to me. Even when I was younger, I would rather deliver a vague response of “okay” or “I’m fine” than engage in a lengthy discussion with someone else. And that was never really…