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Nourishing the Mind

Our mental health blog offers educational and supportive content for individuals navigating eating disorder recovery, their loved ones, and professionals in the field. We provide valuable insights on fostering a healthy relationship with food and body, understanding the psychological aspects of eating disorders, and implementing practical coping strategies for healing. Through a blend of evidence-based information, therapeutic reflections, and compassionate guidance, our goal is to empower readers with knowledge, reduce stigma, and promote a holistic approach to mental well-being.

Parents as the Agents of Change in Eating Disorder Recovery

Learn how to support your child’s eating disorder recovery with confidence and compassion. This blog explores the powerful role parents play as agents of change through structure, boundaries, and FBT-informed principles. Parents are the heart of recovery. This post highlights how to empower not rescue your child through eating disorder recovery.

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ADHD and Eating Disorders

Dopamine plays a central role in both ADHD and eating behaviors. In ADHD, fluctuating dopamine levels can make it difficult to engage in “routine” food-related tasks like grocery shopping, meal preparation, and consistent eating. In the context of eating disorders, this same dopamine dysregulation can drive the brain to seek alternative ways to create stimulation, regulate emotions, or experience reward, often through disordered eating patterns.