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Non-Food Related Date Ideas
Non-Food Related Date Ideas

Food can often be an easy excuse to socialize or go out on a date. However, a meal out can bring incredible stress and discomfort for those struggling with an eating disorder. Being able to suggest other activities when making plans not only limits the discomfort for the person struggling but also allows you both to share nuanced experiences.

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Eating Disorders, RecoveryAmanda Nussbaumeating disorder, free support group, dating, date ideas, date night, non-food activities
Signs a Loved One May Be Struggling with an Eating Disorder
Signs a Loved One May Be Struggling with an Eating Disorder

Eating disorders can look different across individuals and can look different within diagnoses. And while the stereotypical eating disorder patient is portrayed as incredibly thin, avoiding food, and over-exercising, eating disorders do not discriminate. They can take many forms. If you think a loved one is struggling, consider the signs below before considering how you might approach them or look to support them.

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Eating Disorders, Family, Recovery, Eating Disorder AwarenessAmanda Nussbaumeating disorder, family, support system, free support group, Loved Ones
Common Myths and Stereotypes of Eating Disorders
Common Myths and Stereotypes of Eating Disorders

Uncover the truth behind common myths about eating disorders. Learn why they're not a choice, who they affect, and how to seek help for recovery.

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Disordered Eating, Recovery, Eating DisordersAmanda Nussbaumeating disorder recovery, binge eating, Binge Eating Disorder, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder, Bulimia Nervosa, OSFED, Orthorexia, anorexia nervosa, eating disorder myths, eating disorder treatment, insurance, ed facts, mental health
The Relationship Between Eating Disorders and OCD
The Relationship Between Eating Disorders and OCD

Explore the intricate relationship between eating disorders and OCD. Learn about the overlapping behaviors, thought patterns, and effective treatment approaches.

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Eating Disorders, Relapse Prevention, Recovery, ARFIDAmanda Nussbaummental health, eating disorder recovery, ARFID diagnosis, ARFID, awareness, OCD, ocd awareness, ocd awareness week, exposure, exposure therapy, relapse prevention, response prevention, anxiety, social anxiety, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder
10 Signs a Friend May Be Struggling With an Eating Disorder
10 Signs a Friend May Be Struggling With an Eating Disorder

Discover the subtle signs indicating a friend's struggle with an eating disorder. Learn to recognize these red flags and offer support.

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Mental Health, Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Recovery, Relapse PreventionAmanda Nussbaummental health, recovery, free support group, friends, mental illness awareness week, support, support system, signs of an eating disorder, ED signs, anorexia nervosa, bulimia, Bulimia Nervosa, binge eating, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID, awareness
Unhelpful Thinking and How to Retrain your Brain
Unhelpful Thinking and How to Retrain your Brain

Learn to retrain your brain and overcome unhelpful thinking patterns. Discover how to recognize, challenge, and reframe negative thoughts for mental well-being.

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Eating Disorders, RecoveryAmanda Nussbaumeating disorder, treatment, unhelpful thinking, all or nothing thinking, overgeneralization, mental filter, jumping to conclusions, personalization, labeling, shoulding and musting, catastrohphizing, awareness, self awareness, reframe, recovery