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Using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to Treat Binge Eating Disorder

Eating disorders, including binge eating disorder, are serious mental health problems that require professional treatment to prevent devastating physical and psychological consequences. There are many therapies out there that can help with eating disorders, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) happens to be one of the most effective therapies for treating binge eating disorder. What Is Cognitive-Behavioral […]

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Can Vyvanse Cause Anorexia?

When prescribed a medication to help with one problem, it’s important to consider whether or not that medicine might create another problem elsewhere. We can work with our doctor to determine if the benefits of the medication outweigh the risk. This decision-making process is no less important if you’ve been prescribed Vyvanse. Let’s take a

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What Is the Difference Between Inpatient and Outpatient Eating Disorder Treatments?

Treating eating disorders requires expert techniques and researched analysis applied specifically for individual cases. Both inpatient and outpatient programs are frequently used treatment plans that eventually lead to a full recovery for many clients. As effective as they are, both treatments are valuable in their own ways, and understanding their differences is the best way

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How to Stop the Binge-Purge Cycle of Bulimia Nervosa

The binge-purge cycle of bulimia nervosa consists of behaviors, thoughts, & emotions. It is a cycle of intense shame for those struggling and can be a source of confusion for loved ones as to why the individual doesn’t “just stop.” The cycle is repetitive and individuals suffering from bulimia will often find it impossible to

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Certainty about Treatment during a Time of Uncertainty

By: Ashley Pennington, MA, Senior Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships At Magnolia Creek Treatment Center for Eating Disorders, we understand the challenging decision to begin the journey of recovery at a residential eating disorder treatment program during this time of uncertainty. Our experienced, multidisciplinary team understands that entering a higher level of care can sometimes

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How do I shop for clothes in eating disorder recovery?

When we think about someone recovering from an eating disorder, it often slips our mind that changes in their body may mean they will need new clothes.  Before recovery, a main component of an eating disorder is a negative body image, this usually includes body dissatisfaction, body image distortions, overvaluation of weight, body comparisons and

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