Shame and self-compassion are two important topics for patients to consider during eating disorder recovery. Melissa Gerson, LCSW, the Founder and Clinical Director of Columbus Park Center for Eating Disorders in NYC, is joined by her colleague, Marissa Sappho, LCSW,...
Self-reflection is a common practice as we close out another year. It allows us to consider ways to improve our health and self-care, work life, relationships, and more. Oftentimes, though, this thinking leads to impossible promises and unrealistic goals — and it’s no...
As we recently discussed on the blog, a growing body of research indicates that eating disorders may have become both more common and more severe during the coronavirus pandemic. However, that doesn’t mean the news is all bad. Much of this research also points...
By now, it’s no surprise to hear that the coronavirus pandemic exacerbated (and continues to exacerbate) mental health challenges of all kinds. Increasingly, the available research shows that the pattern holds true for eating disorders. More than a year and a...
For malnourished patients recovering from eating disorders (ED), the process of restoring weight safely and steadily is a central focus of treatment. As individuals begin to renourish after periods of severe food restriction, they often experience a range of...