anorexia News

One of the country’s leading hospitals for treating eating disorders is expanding in Braintree, Mass.

If you suspect a friend or loved one of having an eating disorder, make sure they get the help they need. This handy article highlights what to watch out for, and what you can do to in order to help them beat this debilitating illness.

Up until now everything has been aimed at those trying to lose weight. Magazine and newspaper articles seem to feel that their issues are not complete without advice on weight loss and diet. Time for something from the other end of the scale!!!!

Jerry Christensen recovered against impossible odds. This notice is to announce the program he invented to help people feel good, the world record he set and the potential upcoming book

Leading Hospital for Treating Eating Disorders Adds Third Satellite Office

Mirasol Eating Disorder Recovery Centers is expanding its acclaimed integrative residential program for eating disorders to include teen girls ages 12 to 17.

Experienced CFO Joins Leading Hospital for Treating Eating Disorders

Mayor O’Brien, Dr. Koman To Serve As Keynote Speakers

“The Hollow Project” takes place Monday, February 28 from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. at CCC’s Yellow Box campus in Naperville.

The Eating Disorders Coalition (EDC) is disturbed by the brazen and wide-sweeping trend among health insurance companies to limit the scope of treatment benefits for eating disorders.

Confidential Screening Will Help Identify Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge-Eating Disorder

With rising concerns about whether some models in the fashion world are unhealthily thin, Models Direct looks to the CFDA for advice on spotting the warning signs of eating disorders.

Many of us who started out the New Year battling the bulge are losing...self-esteem that is. Get off the scale and take a step toward wellbeing.

Emerald Edges is a family of short stories connected by characters and situations. The book which is published by Christian Insight Publications is available on Amazon.com. An underlying theme in most stories is the power of prayer.

While almost everyone could tell you what an Eating Disorder is, very few could truly understand the universal reach eating disorders have. Awareness is the greatest weapon against the proliferation of anorexia, bulimia and other ED's.

The connected path of eating disorders and kleptomania

Common traits and symptoms and the association with obsessive compulsive disorder

Evelyn Attia, M.D, Director of the Center for Eating Disorders at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital will join Harriet Brown, New York Times contributing writer and author for a discussion on teens, food and body image December 7.

Active family engagement and commitment is one of the most underappreciated aspects of recovery from substance abuse and chemical dependency, according to clinical staff at Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center.

A recent CNN.com article states that a group of medical experts recommends binge eating be included as an official psychiatric disorder, but obesity should not, as they work to revise their field's diagnostic manual, DSM.

New Book Chronicles One College Student’s Struggles with Anorexia

Millions of students at all grade levels, from elementary to high school to college, will head back to school – and many times this is met with mixed emotions.

Timberline Knolls and La Ventana Co-Host Luncheon in San Francisco Benefiting Eating Disorder Recovery Support (EDRS)

Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center, a leader in addiction treatment and recovery, has announced a series of events throughout campus to celebrate National Recovery Month.

Documentary holds song writing contest with celebrity judges, GLEE's Patrick Gallagher (Coach Ken Tanaka), Ryan Robbins (SANCTUARY) and composer Hildegard Westerkamp (LAST DAYS & ELEPHANT). Winning song professionally recorded and featured in film.

Today the National Eating Disorders Association [NEDA] released findings from a recently completed survey. The national survey shows an increased public awareness of eating disorders and a breakthrough in how eating disorders are viewed.

Eating disorders, especially anorexia nervosa, are now a leading cause of disability in young women. Starving themselves, binging and purging, or exercising compulsively can lead to illness.

“Eating Disorders” is a new lesson has been added to the “Bible Answers for...” series on the www.FreeBibleStudyGuides.org site.

Mirasol, an alternative residential eating disorder treatment center in Tucson, Arizona, has obtained additional licensing that will help many more women benefit from its services.

Hollywood was built on the same dreams that eating disorders are made of. Actress and former model, Dena Ashbaugh, shares her story of a 20-year recovery from anorexia and how movie magic can both counter media and help reclaim life beyond measure.

There are several centers involved in anorexia and bulimia treatment in Missouri. The anorexia and bulimia treatment involves physical and psychological intervention.

People with Anorexia Nervosa restrict food intake and often have excessive weight loss.

Film Focuses on America's Obsession with Youth, Beauty and Thinness

Anorexia Nervosa disorder is very common in young adults. Anorexia Nervosa requires treatment as it can be life threatening.

Anorexia Nervosa treatment and recovery is possible in a specialized treatment center.

There are many anorexia and bulimia treatment centers. Anorexia and bulimia treatment must include medical and weight stabilization along with psychotherapy.

Next big fashion, beauty and glamour model of 2010 After overcoming severe Anorexia

Brittany Murphy’s death – a death that could have been “preventable." Speculations grew each passing second upon learning about the untimely death of petite actress, Brittany Murphy. Immediately the buzz was of possible prescription drug abuse.

The Joint Commission Has Given EDC-D Gold Seal of Approval™

Mirasol is proud to announce that Christina Weiss Bennison will be joining our team as Director of Clinical Outreach and Marketing.

Billy Young, New CEO of Remuda Ranch, Continues Center's Long-standing Legacy of Providing the Best Possible Treatment for Those Suffering from Eating and Anxiety Disorders

F.E.A.S.T. has launched a free online dictionary for parents that explains the complex terms and concepts used in the diagnosis and treatment of eating disorders, eating disturbances and a wide range of co-existing conditions.

Remuda Ranch Reports a Recent Increase in Treating Twins with Eating Disorders

New and troubling phenomenon correlates eating disorders and binge drinking

Resource Offers Tips, Recommendations and Insight on Referring Eating Disordered Patients

www.eatingdisorderhope.com Started by Therapist Who Suffered and Recovered from an Eating Disorder

Mirasol's new Transformational Living Center is the culmination of 10 years of research into the most effective options for eating disorder treatment and relapse prevention.

Effective intervention for males with eating disorders is often not available

Adults 17 and Older Are Welcome in Ongoing 12-Week Sessions

Results of Recent Survey Also Reflect the Critical Need for Cross-Disciplinary Eating Disorder Treatment