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How Medications Can Support Weight Gain Among Individuals with Eating Disorders
Weight restoration is one of the toughest steps in recovering from restrictive eating disorders such as ARFID, anorexia and Bulimia. Even with strong nutrition support and therapy, many patients still face roadblocks—low appetite, nausea, overwhelming fear of weight gain, or intrusive thoughts that make eating feel nearly impossible. For some individuals, certain medications can serve as helpful tools in easing these barriers. They do not replace core treatment, but they can
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Nov 18, 20255 min read


Rethinking Health: Why BMI Isn't the Whole Story
We’ve all heard it — “Check your BMI to see if you’re healthy.” For decades, that simple equation of weight and height has shaped how society — and even healthcare — defines what’s “normal.” But what if the very number we’ve been taught to trust doesn’t actually reflect our health at all? For many individuals — particularly those recovering from eating disorders — BMI can distort reality, fueling shame and distraction instead of supporting healing and balance. Why BMI Falls
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Oct 10, 20255 min read


Starting the Semester Without Sacrificing Your Well-Being
Heading back to campus? Feeling excited… but also stressed about all the changes? You’re not alone. For many students, returning to college—or starting for the first time—brings a mix of independence, academic pressure, and social changes. But here’s why this matters: college students are at high risk for eating disorders. Studies show 10–20% of women and 4–10% of men in college experience eating disorders , and the rates have been climbing (The Emily Program, 2023). Moving
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Aug 15, 20253 min read


Student Recovery Contracts: Supporting Eating Disorder Recovery in College Transitions
The transition to college is a thrilling leap into independence, academic pursuit, and new social landscapes. For many students, it’s the beginning of a fresh chapter. But for those recovering from an eating disorder, this exciting time can carry hidden risks. New routines, heightened stress, peer influences, and reduced family oversight can quietly trigger relapse—sometimes undoing months or even years of hard-earned progress. So, how can families, clinicians, and students t
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Apr 15, 20254 min read
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