Category: For Treatment Providers

As the school year kicks into full swing, school counselors may notice increasing anxiety among students as they navigate academic and social pressures. As a school counselor, you play a pivotal role in recognizing and addressing these challenges early on. Your proactive support can make a significant difference in a…

At Inner Haven, we firmly believe that working with eating disorders is a community effort that includes clients, provider partners in health care treatment, legislators, and families. It’s crucial for us to partner with our valued community members in this journey.  As an Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program (IOP), our focus lies…

Table of Contents Introduction The Pressure to Perform Key Signs and Symptoms to Watch For Five Ways Coaches Can Help When and How to Seek Professional Help Inner Haven: Support for Athletes with Eating Disorders Eating disorders present a serious threat to the well-being and performance of athletes. The pressure…

Eating disorders present a significant challenge to both mental and physical health. These disorders are complex, with each type manifesting through a unique set of symptoms.  Recognizing these eating disorder signs is important for medical professionals to provide timely and effective care. Anorexia Nervosa Anorexia nervosa is a critical condition…

Table of Contents Introduction Understanding Eating Disorders The Role of Awareness in Eating Disorder Prevention Strategies for Eating Disorder Prevention Promoting Healthy Attitudes Towards Food and Body Image Importance of Education about Nutrition and Body Function Role of Parents, Educators, and Peers in Prevention The Role of Media Literacy in…

Research has consistently shown a strong link between eating disorders and substance abuse, highlighting the need for integrated treatment approaches. Both conditions share risk factors, reinforcement mechanisms, and interactions that complicate treatment. Integrated care is crucial for successful recovery.  What are Some Shared Traits of Eating Disorders and Substance Abuse?…

A couple months ago, Dani Blum, with The New York Times, wrote this article on binge eating disorder myths. I love her commentary on the pervasiveness of binge eating disorders and some of the myths that surround this type of eating disorder.  As a young clinician two decades ago, binge…