When it comes to maintaining fitness standards, athletes are always raising the bar. As we watch elite athletes compete, it’s natural to assume that they represent the apex of physical and mental health in our society. Unfortunately, the connection between athletes and eating disorders is becoming more widespread.
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May
May
Research has found that 50% of people with a mental health disorder also suffer from a SUD and vice versa. Among those frequently co-occurring disorders are eating disorders and addiction.
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May
May
Childhood abuse and neglect have a genuine impact on mental and physical health. Whether the abuse was a one-time incident of inappropriate sexual interaction or a situation involving ongoing belittling, neglect, or violence by a parent, the toll abuse takes on a child is significant.
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Apr
Apr
It’s important to be aware of the connection between food and your emotions. Understanding your emotional triggers and establishing healthy coping mechanisms goes a long way toward maintaining a balanced relationship with food.
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Mar
Mar
How does media exposure affect the way we think about ourselves? What should we know about these harmful influences, and how can we work toward fostering a healthy body image?