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• i Love Her …

  but i swear that after this week I will pay anyone to take her. Just kidding but it has been a swinging week. I am thinking that if she remains at home next yea... Read more

  Posted on 09 August 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Anorexia and Autism Study

  LONDON (Reuters) – Scientists studying girls with the eating disorder anorexia have found they show a mild echo of the characteristics of autism – a finding... Read more

  Posted on 06 August 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Neuroimaging Improves Understanding of Eating disorderSci...

  Neuroimaging improves understanding of eating disorderScienceNews, July 2013 – Megan RosenIn a spacious hotel room not far from the beach in La Jolla, Calif.,... Read more

  Posted on 05 August 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• DSM-5 Dissected for Eating Disorders

  

  With thanks from the NEDC websiteContents1. Background to DSM-52. Overview of changes3. What does this mean?4. Where to find out more 1. Read more

  Posted on 01 August 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• What Self-care Really Means

  

  Yesterday was the first time in quite a while that the psychiatrist wanted me to sit in on the whole session. It was also the first time in a long time I have... Read more

  Posted on 31 July 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• This Week Brings …

  No new textbooks, no new courses. Just confusion, doubt, insecurities, and maybe I shouldn’t do uni. It is also HSC trial week for her. Read more

  Posted on 30 July 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Love Your Body

  

  I deserve to be loved and appreciated at any size. I can participate in physical activities that I actually enjoy. I can wear what I want as long as I love it.... Read more

  Posted on 28 July 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• What is the Real Truth

  

  Sophie has decided one week out of HSC trials, her subject choice is all wrong. Art/writing/animation has been on her TO DO list for many years. Read more

  Posted on 24 July 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• When Real Life Becomes the Trigger

  Eating disorder recovery, particularly anorexia, demands rules, routine and regular eating times, 6 times a day. As you continue to grow stronger, flexibility... Read more

  Posted on 21 July 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Are You Really Vegetarian

  

  One of the main idiosyncrasies of eating disorders is the sudden claim to eating healthy. Suddenly your child has decided they are vegetarian, gluten-free,... Read more

  Posted on 17 July 2013 COMMUNITY, FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Hating the Eating Disorder

  This post is from the dads-ed blog. He nails the psychology of anorexia  very well and has made the effort to understand what it has done to his daughter. Read more

  Posted on 15 July 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Aspergers and Girls

  It’s so easy now to read the article below and recognise the my daughter when she was young. But because she was on the high functioning end, for each point... Read more

  Posted on 10 July 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Resources for Fathers and Eating Disorders

  In the end what is important is not apportioning blame or responsibility onto anyone. The aim of anything you read about eating disorders or learn is to be... Read more

  Posted on 09 July 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Eating Disorders: Best Tips for Dads (and Mums)

  This post although specifically related to dads from Healthy Place, is just plain great for both parents, and whether your child is a son or daughter. 1.... Read more

  Posted on 09 July 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Dads and Eating Disorders

  (I use daughter in this post, but please know it is for both sons and daughters)What is it with dad’s and responding appropriately to their daughter’s eating... Read more

  Posted on 08 July 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Logic Or Love

  

  The eating disorder is an illogical system of thoughts and behaviors, attempting to solve deep self-esteem and identity problems and give a sense of control ove... Read more

  Posted on 07 July 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Psychological Treatment Now Or Later

  

  Research is looking at into the very early stages of recovery with the thought there may be very little ability on the part of the sufferer to respond to... Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Eating Disorder Independence

  This is fantastic. A sufferer of an eating disorder has written herself a declaration of independence to help her stay recovered and not relapse at certain time... Read more

  Posted on 28 June 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Weak, Tired, Muscle Cramps

  We reached this stage on Sunday night. I really hoped that when she did get the physical reminders of what anorexia is all about, it would be enough to turn... Read more

  Posted on 24 June 2013 COMMUNITY, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Can I Eat This?

  We are back to Sophie asking my permission to eat if she feels hungry. It is a common thing amongst those with anorexia in that they cannot give themselves... Read more

  Posted on 21 June 2013 DIARIES, PSYCHOLOGY