3 Tips for Navigating the Spring Semester of College in Eating Disorder Recovery
Students return to college campuses for the spring semester after the holiday season ends and the winter months arrive in full force. The transition can be challenging, especially when getting back into a routine and starting classes again with peers. The re-acclimation of returning to college can also be difficult for individuals who are in […]
Five Tips for Navigating Campus Dining in College
College can be an exciting time for many, but it can also be incredibly stressful. Going to college is often the first time young adults live independently and control their own meals. However, being accountable for feeding oneself can be triggering and daunting for people with eating disorders. By: Elizabeth Foot Let’s break down some […]
School Lunch In Eating Disorder Recovery
Eating during lunch at school can add an unwelcome layer of anxiety when recovering from an eating disorder. While the structure and schedule school brings can be relieving, the public setting can also be stressful. There may be triggers at school, but it is possible to focus on your recovery regardless of outside influences. By: […]
The Importance of Meal Plan Compliance During the School Year
A new school year comes with new schedules, classes, activities, and responsibilities like work, raising a family, caring for family members, or extracurricular activities. And as if all that does not sound chaotic enough, for those in eating disorder recovery, we still need to add our recovery and meal plan to the list of priorities. […]
Tips for Back to School in Eating Disorder Recovery
It’s August, meaning millions of students plan to return to school. Whether you are a student returning to high school or college, your schedule will become more hectic. For some people, this change of routine is overwhelming. By: Elizabeth Low School comes with physical, emotional, social, and mental challenges and can cause unhealthy stress levels […]
Perfectionism at School in Eating Disorder Recovery
People with eating disorders often struggle with perfectionism. The desire to control things can manifest in disordered eating and movement habits. However, the urge to maintain perfection does not stop there. It usually presents itself in other life aspects, such as school. By: Samreen Khan In recovery, people must learn to give up their control […]
Returning To School After Eating Disorder Recovery
Returning to school after recovering from an eating disorder can be challenging. Potentially triggering situations like this one can be hard, especially after working to break disordered cycles and forge a new path in recovery. By: Regina Colie Below are some tips that can help ease you back into your school routine with recovery at […]
Recognizing Eating Disorder Symptoms In Students As A Teacher
Teachers provide generations of young people with the knowledge they will carry throughout their lifetime. They also hold a certain responsibility for the well-being of their students, which can be challenging. What can you do if you are a teacher or school staff member and you suspect that a student has an eating disorder? By: […]
Tips for Navigating Body Image Distress During Spring Break
Sunscreen, warmth from the sun, time spent by the pool, and uncontrollable laughs are ingredients in one of the most sought-after times of the year: spring break. After a long winter of coats, snow, and chilly days, spring break reminds us summer is just around the corner. While spring break can be an extremely relaxing and fun time, it can also bring about intense body image distress.
5 Tips for Starting a New Semester at College in Eating Disorder Recovery
