Tens of millions of adults and teens in the U.S. are affected by a wide range of mental health disorders. The U.S. National Institute of Mental Health notes that some of the most common ones include ...

The World Federation of Societies of Biological Psychiatry (WFSBP) has reached consensus on candidate biomarkers for anorexia ...

Purging behaviors (vomiting or misuse of laxatives, diuretics, or enemas) can also shift from conscious decisions to ...

It is usually difficult to determine how to approach someone with what may be perceived as invasive commentary on their eating behaviors and mental health. It may feel much easier to let others live ...

Eating disorders are serious brain-based illnesses that require intensive medical intervention. Kentucky has limited resources for eating disorder treatment, particularly for males. The Kentucky ...

Since the mid-1980s, I have had the privilege of treating eating disorders and earning recognition as an expert in the field. Over the years, the approach to treatment has evolved significantly, ...

This article contains mentions of eating disorders. For Weinberg senior Michelle Lu, Northwestern’s Campus EDucators was her “brain child.” During her first year, Lu created the organization to ...

Working past unrealistic body standards allowed these celebs to focus on their health and happiness. From Kerry Washington to Elton John to Demi Lovato, even the biggest entertainers of our lifetime ...

Rula reports that supporting someone with an eating disorder is vital. Awareness, care, and open communication can aid their recovery journey.