The Silent Struggle: Unpacking Diabulimia and the Crisis in Type 1 Diabetes Care
The term "diabulimia," a portmanteau of diabetes and bulimia, first entered academic discourse in 2007, describing a dangerous practice primarily…
Mental Health & Emotional Eating
Fransisca Siska The Courage to Begin: Embracing Recovery When You’re Not Ready
The journey toward recovery from an eating disorder is often heralded by a powerful, yet daunting, realization: "Brave people do…
Understanding the Nuances of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder: Subtypes, Prevalence, and Evolving Treatment Landscapes
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), a complex eating disorder characterized by a significant disturbance in eating patterns, is increasingly recognized…
The Complex Interplay Between Eating Disorders and Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Unraveling Overlapping Distress
Concerns about appearance are a near-universal human experience, often amplified in today’s image-saturated world. However, when these concerns become persistent,…
The Grip of the "Worst Best Friend": Navigating the Complex Landscape of Eating Disorders and Trauma
The relentless ticking of a clock was more than just a measure of passing moments; it was a cruel orchestrator…
The Unseen Battle: Professional Squash Player Amanda Sobhy Details Her Journey to Recovery from an Eating Disorder
Professional squash player Amanda Sobhy, a titan in the sport and the most accomplished American squash player in history, has…
Understanding Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder: Subtypes, Prevalence, and Evidence-Based Treatments
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), a complex eating disorder characterized by a persistent failure to meet appropriate nutritional and/or energy…