Link Roundup

Some interesting links have been popping up on our rader recently, and we wanted to share them with our blog readers:

4 Ways to Truly Love Yourself

http://blogs.psychcentral.com/weightless/2011/10/4-ways-to-truly-love-yourself/

As many of you know, the "Weightless" Blog by Martina Tartakovsky is a favorite of ours. This recent posting lists four key ways to show love to ourselves. The first two suggestions take work, but they are essential to building a strong foundation for recovery. The last two suggestions are so important to remember on a continual basis; so many of us go out of our way to respond to others' needs and show kindness to them but neglect to do so for ourselves.

Eating Disorders Tied to Absence of Brain Cannabinoids

http://psychcentral.com/news/2011/11/01/eating-disorders-tied-to-absence-of-brain-cannabinoids/30929.html

A recent research study suggests a physical link between eating disorders and brain chemistry. While we certainly don't suggest that sufferers seek out cannabinoids to deal with their eating disorder, it was fascinating to learn about a possible biological cause and the potential for finding a drug to address it.

College Students Have Trouble Recognizing Disordered Eating

http://psychcentral.com/news/2011/11/02/college-students-have-trouble-recognizing-disordered-eating/30981.html

This study supports the findings of a recent NEDA study that colleges are ill-prepared for handling eating disorders. This particular study found that college students have difficulty recognizing the warning signs. The researcher intends to expand research into how to improve eating disorders awareness and education among college students. As a reminder, Magnolia Creek has a university partnership program to assist college campuses in addressing eating disorders.