“To lose confidence in one’s body is to lose confidence in oneself.” ― Simone de Beauvoir A common misconception about eating disorders is that they are a lifestyle choice. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Eating disorders can be deadly and are seen as…
Almost six times greater risk in those dissatisfied with appearance Body dissatisfaction significantly increases teens’ risk of depression, researchers say. The degree of heightened risk ranged from 50% to 285%, according to the report published online Dec. 8 in the Journal of Epidemiology &…
What exactly is Diabulimia and how should it be approached as a healthcare professional? “Diabulimia,” he told me. “She is missing her doses on purpose.” “Diabulimia?” I questioned. I had never heard of this eating disorder before. As a new diabetes educator, I was…
Early detection improves chances of successfully treating a condition Eating disorders can have serious, life-altering consequences in both children and adults. But they go beyond the typical associations, which are simply undereating or purging after large meals. Such disorders most commonly develop in the…
The Body Positivity Movement has allowed women of a “certain size” to feel comfortable in their skin, to gain a sense of worth in a society that may have deemed them worthless in prior decades. But what, exactly, is the Body Positivity Movement in…
An overview of comprehensive treatment Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition in adolescents, with a reported prevalence of 70% to 87%.1 Acne is classified as inflammatory, noninflammatory, comedonal, pustular, papular, nodular or a combination of these.2 It is categorized as mild, moderate or…
A quick and effective screening tool Eating disorders are a group of psychological conditions characterized by persistent disturbances in eating patterns and a preoccupation with body shape and weight.1 Early detection of eating disorders is critical to their outcomes. Primary care providers play an…
Learn how physical therapists partner with primary care providers to help patients recover. Whether it’s for a cancer patient or a diabetic or someone with high cholesterol or someone who is overweight or obese, exercise is a part of a healthcare regimen. One group…
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is an under diagnosed and often misdiagnosed mental health condition due to the similarity of symptoms it shares with other psychiatric disorders including depression, anxiety, agoraphobia, social anxiety disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder to name a few. People who suffer from…