The 7th of the 9 Truths
Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder all run in families. Which exact genes are responsible, is still a mystery.
The Nine Truths and Mortality
Eating disorders come along with increased risk for medical complications, as well as suicide, making premature death the most significant outcome.
The Nine Truths, Again
Today’s post continues to examine the sections of a long and explicit paper about nine distinct areas of concern in the overall subject of eating disorders.
The Nine Truths, Continued
No one chooses to suffer from an eating disorder, even when they themselves may believe they have. The problem is now understood to be basically organic.
Nine Truths to Build On
Neither bulimia nor binge eating can be deduced from an individual’s looks. It is important to not make assumptions without evidence.
Eternal Truths and ACT
Urge-surfing is a coping skill taught in ACT, which is in turn a subdivision of Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
GLP-1 Drugs and Celebrities
A shocking number of average folk want — nay, demand — to know which famous people are using the trendy GLP-1 drugs, for how long, and why, or why not.
Be a Role Model Every Day
Our children watch our every move. Not only that, but they imitate what we do. Here’s some advice how parents and caregivers can be good role models.
Maverick MD on Privilege, Continued
Dr. Yoni Freedhoff proposes that the idea of holding patients entirely responsible for managing their own weight loss is unrealistic.
Weight-Loss Drugs and Exercise
Weight-loss drugs are intended to be used along with deliberate diet modification and perpetual exercise, but not everyone wants to hear it.