Tag: Eating Disorder Warning Signs

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…

With the back-to-school season in full swing, many parents are re-acclimating to routine. For many, heading back-to-school can be exciting – it offers an opportunity to reconnect with friends, begin fall extra-curricular activities, and embark on a new social chapter. But for many adolescents, this time of year can bring…

Anorexia nervosa is a serious and potentially life-threatening eating disorder characterized by food restriction, an intense fear of gaining weight, distorted body image, and in some instances binging and purging behavior. As a parent or caregiver, being able to recognize the warning signs of anorexia nervosa in your child is…

Returning to school is an exciting time, but it can also bring new challenges, especially for those managing an eating disorder. With the pressures of academic responsibilities, social obligations, and the stress of adjusting to a new environment, it’s not uncommon for old behaviors to resurface or new triggers to…

Discovering that a loved one’s child is struggling with an eating disorder can be incredibly distressing. It’s even more challenging when the child’s parents don’t seem to acknowledge the severity of the situation. As a concerned extended family member, you may find yourself in a difficult position, trying to balance…

Eating disorders can affect people at any age, but they most commonly emerge in late teens to early 20s.  Eating disorders are some of the deadliest mental health illnesses, and according to common estimates, only 10% of individuals receive treatment.  At Inner Haven Wellness, we care about providing accessible assessment…

Table of Contents Understanding Wait Times for Eating Disorder Treatment Self-Care Strategies During the Wait for Eating Disorder Treatment Preparing for Treatment: Proactive Steps to Take Advocating for Yourself or Your Loved One Choose Specialized Care at Inner Haven Wellness Within the last few years, many people seeking eating disorder…

Table of Contents Introduction Understanding Eating Disorder Symptoms Levels of Care for Eating Disorders Symptoms Requiring Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Symptoms Requiring Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Assessing the Right Level of Care Conclusion Key Takeaways Eating disorders require prompt and specific treatment to prevent long-term complications and support lasting recovery.…

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…

The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) plays a critical role when treating an eating disorder. It serves as both a step down from higher levels of care and as a step up from outpatient treatment.  In IOP at Inner Haven Wellness, patients benefit from individual sessions with their therapist and dietitian, participate…