by Carrie Hunnicutt | Mar 31, 2022 | Eating Disorders in Teenagers, Uncategorized
Eating disorders in teens are common throughout the elementary school years all the way up to college and beyond. While an eating disorder diagnosis can be challenging to navigate, with the help of a reliable support system at home, early intervention, and access to...
by Carrie Hunnicutt | Dec 2, 2021 | Eating Disorders in Teenagers
Residential treatment centers for eating disorders are the most effective way to effectively treat bulimia nervosa, anorexia nervosa and other disorders, but it’s completely normal to be worried about making such a major commitment. Before entering a residential...
by Carrie Hunnicutt | Jul 17, 2020 | Eating Disorder, Eating Disorders in Teenagers
Teenagers who are experiencing disordered thoughts surrounding eating and food can be blinded by their own thoughts as to the problems that arise from them. Worse, disordered eating behaviors often result from these thoughts – putting them at greater risk for severe...
by Carrie Hunnicutt | Mar 2, 2020 | Eating Disorders in Teenagers
Adolescents are at particular risk for many mental health conditions, including eating disorders and these disorders are often co-morbid with others as well. Though roughly 3% of children ages 13-18 will be diagnosed with an eating disorder, the prevalence is more...
by Carrie Hunnicutt | Feb 13, 2020 | Eating Disorder Treatment Programs, Eating Disorders in Teenagers
Eating disorders are much more common among adolescents than most people think. In fact, they are more common overall than type II diabetes – and they’re beginning to start earlier and earlier. There are cases of anorexia nervosa in children as young as age 7....
by Carrie Hunnicutt | Feb 7, 2020 | Body Image, Eating Disorder Treatment Programs, Eating Disorders in Teenagers
When students engage in athletics programs, they gain valuable skills, make lasting connections, and improve their physical fitness. As they regularly engage in physical activities, they improve the health of their heart, lungs, and many other systems throughout their...
