Tips for Navigating Stress In Eating Disorder Recovery
The World Health Organization defines stress as “a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation.” Stress is a normal part of everyday life and can be caused by various things. By: Dawn Lundin Everyone experiences some amount of stress, but what makes the difference is how we respond to it. Responding to stress in ways that impact our food choices and movement habits can cause disordered eating patterns and, eventually, eating disorders. April is National Stress Awareness Month. Its focus is to bring awareness to how stress can negatively impact our lives. Regardless of age,