Adolescent girls are at a highly vulnerable stage in their lives. They’re navigating physical, hormonal, and emotional changes while facing new pressures and expectations—from society, their friends, and their families. Sometimes, this onslaught of change and social pressure can give rise to body image issues, lack of self-esteem, and disordered eating habits. The causes of […] The post Eating Disorders in Teen Girls appeared first on Toledo Center | Eating Disorders Treatment Center ..read more

Our culture is part of the core of our identity. The world around us influences everything from our style to our beliefs. Eating disorders and identity are closely interrelated. Recovery from an eating disorder requires one to understand how their beliefs impact their relationship with food and body image.  Introduction to the Impact of Cultural […] The post Eating Disorders and Identity: Cultural Influences on Teenage Girls appeared first on Toledo Center | Eating Disorders Treatment Center ..read more

Eating disorders are complex, potentially deadly illnesses that affect people of every race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic background. Despite research showing the prevalence of eating disorders across populations1, many people continue to see these conditions as exclusive to young, white, heterosexual, and cisgender females.   Misconceptions about eating disorders, who they affect, and […] The post Eating Disorders in the LGBTQ Community appeared first on Toledo Center | Eating Disorders Treatment Center ..read more

It’s common for adolescents to experience ups and downs in their behavior and emotions. They may go through phases in their style and the types of music they listen to; they may be clingy one week and fiercely independent the next.  The constant ebbs and flows of adolescence can make it challenging to differentiate between […] The post Eating Disorder Warning Signs in Teens appeared first on Toledo Center | Eating Disorders Treatment Center ..read more

Bad body image days are challenging. When you are in recovery, it can make it harder to nourish your body adequately. It may even create a fear of relapse. But have no fear! Here are some practical steps you can take to navigate these days with confidence.  How Knowing Your Triggers Can Promote Body Image […] The post Empowering Healing: Tips to Navigate Bad Body Image Days in Recovery appeared first on Toledo Center | Eating Disorders Treatment Center ..read more

Emotions play a crucial role in our daily lives, even negative emotions like fear, anger, sadness, and loneliness. That’s a lot of negatives for anyone to deal with. For many people, managing emotions is a difficult task, and it’s not always done in a healthy way. In fact, eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia […] The post Managing Emotions in Eating Disorder Recovery: Essential Tips and Tools appeared first on Toledo Center | Eating Disorders Treatment Center ..read more

Admitting your child to a residential treatment center can be scary, but it is often a life-saving step in their recovery. If you are considering treatment for your child’s eating disorder, it can help to learn more about the types of care available. For this reason, we’ll walk you through what residential treatment is, what … Residential Eating Disorder Treatment for Adolescents: When Is It Necessary? Read More » The post Residential Eating Disorder Treatment for Adolescents: When Is It Necessary? appeared first on Toledo Center | Eating Disorders Treatment Center ..read more

Did you know that it is entirely normal to body check and that almost all of us do it? However, body checking can become an unhealthy habit and is often associated with eating disorders. What’s Body Checking? Think about what you do before you go out the door to school, work, or meet your friends … Recognizing Body Checking Patterns: A Path to Eating Disorder Healing Read More » The post Recognizing Body Checking Patterns: A Path to Eating Disorder Healing appeared first on Toledo Center | Eating Disorders Treatment Center ..read more

Mindfulness is the practice of staying present in the moment, allowing thoughts to come and go without judgment. This same skill can be used to help you navigate meals during eating disorder recovery. What Is Mindful Eating? Mindful eating brings awareness to every aspect of your eating experience. This includes noting the sensory aspects of … The Power of Mindfulness: Enhancing Eating Disorder Recovery Read More » The post The Power of Mindfulness: Enhancing Eating Disorder Recovery appeared first on Toledo Center | Eating Disorders Treatment Center ..read more

What to Look For If You Think Your Child May Have An Eating Disorder Many people think of eating disorders as a teenage problem. The adolescent years are a time of change and growth, which can make them susceptible to developing eating disorders. Yet, many children develop disordered eating patterns before their adolescent years. If … 7 Hidden Signs of Eating Disorders Read More » The post 7 Hidden Signs of Eating Disorders appeared first on Toledo Center | Eating Disorders Treatment Center ..read more