TL; DR Including parents in the treatment of children and adolescents with eating disorders is essential for effective recovery. Here…
TL;DR Family-Based Treatment (FBT) is not just for teens; it can be effective for adults, too. Originally designed for adolescents…
TL;DR Parenting a teen with an eating disorder during Family-Based Treatment (FBT) is challenging. Parents need to balance normal parenting…
TL;DR Excessive exercise is a common symptom in teens with eating disorders, potentially worsening their condition. During Family-Based Treatment (FBT),…
TL;DR Family-Based Treatment (FBT) is a specialized, evidence-based therapy for children and teens with eating disorders, developed in the 1970s…
TL;DR Early intervention is crucial in addressing eating disorders, which can lead to severe health issues if not treated promptly.…
Transitioning to college can be exciting yet challenging, especially for those with a history of eating disorders. It's crucial to…
TL;DR In Family-Based Treatment (FBT) for teen eating disorders, experts discourage adding an individual therapist during Phase 1 (nutritional rehabilitation).…
TL;DR At the 2018 International Conference on Eating Disorders, experts discussed the low BMI threshold (18.5) often used to define…
TL;DR Weight gain is a vital part of recovery from eating disorders for individuals of all sizes, including those with…