Common Misconceptions about Eating Disorders
Having an eating disorder is more common than most people realize. It is an all-consuming disease that impacts at least 9% of people world..
When Food Aversion goes Too Far: The Story of ARFID
Oftentimes, children are classified as “picky eaters” when they refuse to eat all of the food on their plate, or they don’t like certain f..
The Differences Between Orthorexia and Anorexia Nervosa
Eating disorders are commonly misunderstood, and orthorexia and anorexia are no different. While their names have similar origins and mean..
Emotional Eating: Spotting the Warning Signs for an Eating Disorder
Contrary to popular belief, disordered eating doesn’t always start in the same way. It can be a gradual process that is hard to recognize ..
The Freshman 15 and the Stigma Behind College Weight Gain
College can be a stressful time for people. The overwhelming workload, being in a new environment, and adhering to an unfamiliar routine c..
Physical Signs of Anxiety
Anxiety is a mostly internal mental illness with a plethora of characteristics that cannot be seen by the naked eye, such as excessive wor..
Dripping with Anxiety: Caffeine and Its Side Effects
For many people, drinking coffee is a part of their daily morning routine in order to function, or it can be used as a pick-me-up in the a..
What Just Happened? How Anxiety Impacts Memory
Feelings of extreme anxiety commonly present themselves in high-intensity situations, leading to a sensation known as stress. These feelin..
The Inner Monologue Behind Stage Fright
Picture this: you’ve just snagged the part of the lead in your school play. You are on stage gearing up to do your opening monologue. The ..
What are Phobias? Unpacking the Correlation Between Fear and Anxiety
When people think about phobias, the most common phobias they think of are the fear of spiders or tight spaces. However, people are not aw..