Eating Disorders | Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA

Mens Sana in Corpore Sano: Bridging the Mind-Body Divide in Modern Healthcare

Thursday, December 19, 2024 - 15:16

The ancient wisdom of "mens sana in corpore sano" reminds us that mental and physical health are inseparable. Reimagining healthcare to bridge this divide will prevent unnecessary interventions, save lives, and foster well-being.

New ADAA Member Books: Fall 2024

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 15:33

Fall 2024 New Member Books Focus on Obsessions, Compulsions, and Intrusive Thoughts: Introducing Comorbid Eating Disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, The Compulsive Reassurance Seeking Workbook, and Hello Baby, Goodbye Intrusive Thoughts

I Am an Eating Disorder Therapist Who Recovered from My Own Past Eating Disorder

Monday, August 19, 2024 - 00:25

There is certainly stigma that therapists who are public about their mental health histories often face. Early in my career, I felt that I had to present as “perfect.” My hope is that by being public about my past struggles that I can help others to feel less alone, as well as help to eradicate some of the stigma that exists.

Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Eating Disorders: Overlapping Presentations, Differing Treatments.

Thursday, July 27, 2023 - 08:31

There can be confusion when differentiating between body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) and eating disorders (EDs). They both involve pre-occupying appearance-related thoughts and repetitive behaviours, but are treated differently.

Emetophobia Vs. Eating Disorders 

Thursday, March 9, 2023 - 00:31

To the untrained eye, the behavior of those with emetophobia may appear very similar to those with eating disorders. Outwardly, both may seem to have a strained relationship with food, their body, and certain physical bodily sensations; however, they are two separate and distinct conditions.

Hadassah Foundation Cameroon: The Journey

Tuesday, November 15, 2022 - 09:00

As the Executive Director of ADAA, I am always thrilled when we realize our work is making a difference and that we are reaching farther and wider. So, when the Hadassah Foundation, a mental health organization in Cameroon, contacted ADAA with a request to access our free member-created, publicly available, evidence-based resources, we not only acquiesced, we collaborated.

A Compassionate Guide to Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic Part 2: Managing Your Anxiety

Eric Goodman, PhD

Monday, April 20, 2020 - 12:32

Telling oneself not to be anxious during the COVID-19 pandemic is like trying to tell water not to be wet. These are anxious times.

3 Things Your College Kid Must Know About Mental Health

Shane G. Owens

Monday, August 15, 2016 - 11:32

College is typically a challenging experience with some expected highs and lows. For some it is also the time during which common mental health problems start. Because of this, you have to talk to your kid about mental health before school starts.

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