“I am speechless about Selah House,” true words from someone who was broken and needed help. Growing up, Kammie remembers herself as being the “chunky” sister. Although she was athletic – playing soccer and tennis – she still struggled with her weight. By age 18, she had turned to laxatives and compulsive exercise to help…
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We worry about so many things when it comes to our teens, and eating disordered behavior is something we hope to avoid. Many women suffering from an eating disorder develop behaviors during their teen years or earlier. In fact, the typical age for developing an eating disorder is 12 years of age, with anorexia and…
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By: Ashley Hemrich, MA, Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships September is National Recovery Month, and we know recovery can symbolize different things for those regaining life after dependency on unhealthy coping behaviors; however, the struggles to obtain sustainable recovery are quite similar. Continued self-compassion is one of the struggles often neglected. Long-term recovery can be…
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Eating disorders are a serious mental illness that can have a devastating effect on you, your teen, and your family. As parents, we must understand the causes of eating disorders, and know how to talk to our teen about them. What causes an eating disorder? There is no exact cause of eating disorders; however, there…
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By: Ashley Hemrich, M.A., Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships It’s that time of the year again – Back to School, which means new clothes, new supplies, new grade, and maybe even a new school. While many of these things offer a positive experience, we often overlook the potential negatives that can occur within the first…
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Since eating disorders form over time, it is often hard to fully recognize disordered behaviors and changes in your body. Realizing you need help and talking about your eating disorder is one of the hardest steps you can take towards recovery. Telling someone can be terrifying, but sharing your struggle with someone you trust is…
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By: Ashley Hemrich, M.A. Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships With the sudden and unexpected deaths of three well-known celebrities, we, as a society, reflect on what may have changed the course for these respected individuals. Robin Williams, Kate Spade, and Anthony Bourdain were all woeful souls who lost their battles with psychological struggles, which resulted…
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With a societal obsession over ideal body shape and size, it is not surprising that 20 million women suffer from an eating disorder. However, many of those do not seek treatment due to embarrassment, denial, or confusion surrounding their symptoms. As we see a shift in our culture that pushes us to break the stigma…
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By: Ashley Hemrich, M.A., Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships Mental Health Month was a time to reflect on the importance of adequate sleep and eating patterns when it comes to a healthy physical and emotional well-being. We have all been there – not enough sleep the night previously = lethargy, irritability, foggy mind, and just…
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By: Jessica Ward, MS, RD, CEDRD, Director of Therapeutic Services Staying active is good for our mind as well as our body, and as we celebrate Mental Health Month in May, it is a great time to remember that our physical health plays a key role in our mental health. The human body is comprised…
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