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Tune In and Eat: Mindfulness in Your Health Habits July 29, 2014 . 8 Comments
“You need to eat like a caveman” … “No, get rid of sugar and gluten only” … “No, go vegan!” Every week there is a new expert out there telling everyone ... Read More
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When Does a Fantasy Become Criminal? And Other News July 3, 2014 . 8 Comments
A federal judge in New York recently overturned the conviction of Gilberto Valle, a police officer charged with kidnapping and other crimes because of his behavior on Internet chat rooms. ... Read More
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Food and Body-Image Issues: Doing What Works for You, Part II May 19, 2014 . 5 Comments
In my last article, I described two therapeutic models, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), that are useful for addressing eating and food ... Read More
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News Roundup: ACA Enrollment Deadline, a Backpack Inspires Change March 21, 2014 . 12 Comments
It’s been in the news for months: Obamacare is here; it’s more affordable for many people than the alternatives; and you will be penalized if you are currently uninsured and do not ... Read More
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News Roundup: Perfectionism Linked to Eating Issues March 7, 2014 . 5 Comments
Last week was National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, which recognizes an issue that is deserving of increased awareness considering the millions of people in the United States who experience ... Read More
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In Recognition of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week February 27, 2014 . 5 Comments
In an effort to draw attention to the millions of people who wrestle with issues surrounding eating and body image on a daily basis, this week—the last week in February—has ... Read More
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News Roundup: Asylum Discovery, Deadly Anorexia, and the Happy App February 21, 2014 . 5 Comments
One thousand bodies were dug up beneath a grove of trees on a Mississippi campus, all of them believed to have been patients at a state asylum a hundred years earlier. Who were they? What ... Read More
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Food and Body-Image Issues: Doing What Works for You, Part I February 10, 2014 . 6 Comments
When it comes to solving problems with eating and body image, a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work. Different things work for different people. While cognitive behavioral therapy ... Read More
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‘Hedonic’ Chocolate Deprivation Triggers Increased Cravings January 13, 2014 . 5 Comments
Chocolate. Just the word inspires salivation in some. With its drug-like effects on the body, many people find it hard to resist such a satisfying treat, especially when it boasts health ... Read More
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New Year May Bring New Treatment for Eating Issues December 31, 2013 . 6 Comments
Increasing awareness about the importance of embracing all body shapes and sizes may be helping to lessen the overall stigma surrounding issues with eating and weight loss. However, millions ... Read More
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When Does Dieting Go Too Far? November 8, 2013 . 7 Comments
It’s not exactly earth-shattering to say we live in an appearance-obsessed world. Models keep getting thinner and celebrities keep resisting the aging process, with “normal” people ... Read More
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Obesity Could Be Directly Related to Food Addiction September 16, 2013 . 2 Comments
The global rate of obesity has been rising for years. Some researchers predict that in the United States, if obesity is not addressed, nearly every citizen will be obese or overweight by ... Read More