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NEDA’s blog consists of experiences of individuals impacted by eating disorders and information from clinicians as well as researchers. Whether you’re interested in reading lived experiences, ways to advocate, or learn about the latest developments in the eating disorders field – NEDA’s blog encompasses the importance of shared knowledge within the community.
Tools, practices, and the professionals who helped me break free from my eating disorder—and what ultimately led me to speak publicly about it. I never sought out formal treatment for...
My eyes kept drifting to the clock. Time was ticking, and my window was closing. That was my routine: eat, watch the minutes pass, look for an exit so I...
This blog post represents the author’s views and should not be interpreted as professional/medical advice or endorsed by NEDA.Acknowledgements: Thank you to Dr. Basson and Moriarty from the Bio Behavioral...
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is a relatively new diagnosis introduced in the DSM-5 (published in 2013) to describe patterns of extreme food avoidance or restriction that lead to nutritional...
This blog post represents the author’s views and should not be interpreted as professional/medical advice or endorsed by NEDA. “Brave people do things before they are ready.” That quote has stuck...
It’s the summer of 2019 and I just graduated from high school. I’m swimming in the last competitive race of my youth swim career that started when I emerged as...
For those of us considering or currently committed to various treatments for co-occurring anorexia and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), an ancient philosophical question boggles the mind: Did the chicken or...
Recovery isn’t geometric. It’s not a linear function with time defining the x-axis while progress lines the y-axis. Your recovery isn’t always similar to someone else’s like two triangles may...
Navigating conversations about eating disorders, body image, and self-esteem with high school students can feel daunting, yet these discussions are crucial for fostering mental wellness and resilience. The Cameron K....