Dealing with unsupportive people can be frustrating, hurtful, and emotionally draining, especially when you're working hard on recovery. Journaling can help you process your feelings, set boundaries, and build self-confidence in handling these difficult situations.

Art therapy is a powerful tool in eating disorder (ED) recovery, offering a non-verbal way to process emotions, challenge negative thoughts, and reconnect with the body. It helps individuals express feelings that may be difficult to put into words, promoting healing and self-discovery.

Equine-assisted therapy is a unique and effective approach to eating disorder (ED) recovery that involves interacting with horses to promote emotional healing, self-awareness, and body acceptance. Unlike traditional talk therapy, equine therapy engages individuals in nonverbal, hands-on experiences that help develop trust, emotional regulation, and self-confidence.

Art therapy is a powerful tool in eating disorder (ED) recovery, offering a non-verbal way to process emotions, challenge negative thoughts, and reconnect with the body. It helps individuals express feelings that may be difficult to put into words, promoting healing and self-discovery.

Helping children develop positive attitudes toward food and eating is essential for their physical health, emotional well-being, and self-confidence. A healthy relationship with food involves balance, enjoyment, and mindfulness, rather than restrictive dieting or guilt around eating. Parents, educators, and caregivers play a crucial role in shaping children's food attitudes through their words, actions, and the food environment they create (National Eating Disorders Association, 2023).

Treating pediatric eating disorders effectively involves more than focusing solely on symptoms related to food and body weight. A holistic approach aims to address all aspects of a child’s well-being, including their physical, emotional, social, and developmental needs. By evaluating the whole person rather than isolating the problem to eating behaviors alone, caregivers and professionals can create a more comprehensive plan that fosters lasting recovery

Eating disorders are often complex conditions arising from a blend of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors. Anxiety, depression, and eating disorders in children often intertwine in a complex relationship, with each condition potentially influencing the onset and progression of the others.  Research suggests that children with heightened anxiety or depressive symptoms may develop disordered eating behaviors as a form of coping

When you’re walking through recovery from an eating disorder — whether you’re just beginning or have been at it for a while — it’s easy to feel like every step forward should be perfect. Like every meal, every therapy session, every thought has to be “right.”