The holiday season is upon us, which means it is time to start preparing and planning to make this time of the year, as enjoyable and manageable as possible, no matter where you are on your recovery journey. You are welcome to consider all the points below or select those that you feel are most…
DetailsLet’s bust some myths that are commonly associated with binge eating disorder (BED) and clear up the facts! There’s a lot of misinformation floating around, so let’s set the record straight. Myth #1: Binge Eating Disorder is Just Overeating Fact: No, it’s not. Sure, we all have those days when we eat a bit too…
DetailsEating disorders are complex and devastating conditions that can have severe consequences for individuals and their families. Historically, traditional treatment approaches focused on individual therapy; however, the Maudsley Family-Based Therapy (FBT) has emerged as a groundbreaking intervention that recognises the essential role of the family in the recovery process. This blog post will explore the…
DetailsFeeling constantly low on energy can be frustrating, confusing, and at times, overwhelming. It can show up as physical fatigue, mental fog, lack of motivation, or a sense that even simple tasks feel harder than they should. For many people, this experience sits at the intersection of both physical and mental health, and it is…
DetailsMany parents spend days, weeks or even months rehearsing this conversation in their heads. You notice changes. You feel concerned. You know you need to say something. But what? And how? What if they get angry? What if they deny anything is wrong? What if you make things worse? If these questions feel familiar, you’re…
DetailsA practical guide for families, partners and friends If you’re reading this, chances are you’re worried about someone you care about. You may have noticed changes in their eating. Maybe food has become stressful. Maybe meals feel tense. Maybe there’s secrecy, restriction, bingeing, rigid rules, or constant body criticism. It can feel confusing and confronting.…
DetailsEating disorders are often seen solely as issues related to food and body image, but their impacts run much deeper, affecting the very core of our being: the brain. For anyone experiencing these struggles, understanding how eating disorders influence brain health can be both enlightening and a powerful motivator to seek help. Let’s explore these…
DetailsIf you are concerned that you or someone you know may have an eating disorder it is important to have a discussion with your General Practitioner (GP) as soon as possible. We understand for many, this step may be daunting, but it is an important step in the road to getting help. Being open and honest…
DetailsAn individual with sensory sensitivity can be explained as someone who experiences a sensory input much more strongly than the average person and will often seek to avoid stimuli that are overwhelming. What may be background noise to you, could feel like being attacked or invaded by sound to someone with a sensory sensitivity. In…
DetailsDietitians are trained health professionals who can provide a thorough dietary assessment, explore your relationship with food, eating and your body and provide nutrition support in line with your needs and goals. Dietitians have proven competency in the the area of nutritional science and must have completed a four-year Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics. Here…
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