Orthorexia: The Celebrated Not-Yet- an-Eating-Disorder
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With extensive research being done all over the world on different foods and the effects of f..
Binge Eating Disorder: The Uncomfortable BED
When society sees a person losing weight to the point of an emaciated figure, it immediately recognizes the illness that per..
Males and Eating Disorders
By Joseph Jacob
In the public’s eye, eating disorders are unfortunately labeled as a ‘feminine disease.’ While often thought to affect only..
Bulimia Nervosa: The Roller Coaster
Mood swings are never fun. No one wants to feel a wide range of emotions in a short span of time, nor does one want to be near ..
Anorexia Nervosa: The (Not So) Fun House of Mirrors
Ever look at a Barbie’s figure and wish that your reflection looked the same? Or have you seen Barbie’s stylish friend Ken and t..
The Mystery Behind the Illness
When we look at most illnesses we readily associate them with a long list of symptoms and an even longer list of risk factors to avoid..
A Closer Look into Eating Disorders
“She blames herself for developing the eating disorder and not being able to control her eating and purging.” These are the words of Gi..
Insurance and Eating Disorders
By Joseph Jacob
Managing and coping with eating disorders is challenging to say the least. The ever-present stigma and a possible lack of s..
The Costs of Eating Disorders
Eating disorders and socioeconomic status
By Joseph Jacob
Personal observations have led me to conclude that the media’s portrayal of a pers..
Eating Disorders: A Cause for Concern
by: Joseph Jacob
With so many Americans struggling with eating disorders, it is important for us to explore and understand the social impl..