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Negative Body Image Linked to Obesity Among Adolescents November 12, 2015 . 4 Comments
Negative body image may increase the risk of obesity, according to a study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders. Though previous research points to depression as a cause of obesity, ... Read More
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Other News October 16, 2015 . 7 Comments
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and organizations across the country are drawing awareness to the issue and sponsoring events designed to help survivors as well as those trapped ... Read More
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Nutrition and Chronic Illness: Taking Out the Garbage October 8, 2015 . 18 Comments
Have you ever heard the phrase, “Garbage in, garbage out”? This saying refers to the fact a computer can only do what it is programmed to do, and can be only as good as the data it ... Read More
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Study Finds Large Portions Lead to Overeating September 15, 2015 . 6 Comments
Eliminating jumbo-sized portions could reduce the calories Americans consume by as much as 29%, according to findings from a study published in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. ... Read More
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Belief that DNA Determines Weight May Be Unhealthy September 9, 2015 . 1 Comment
Belief in a genetic link to obesity is highly debated among researchers, but a new study published in Health Education and Behavior claims that belief may undermine healthy eating. More ... Read More
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When a Father Leaves: Adolescence and Abandonment August 7, 2015 . 21 Comments
If her heart is broken, maybe it’s because her father broke it first. Her inability to accept herself is probably because he told her that she would never be good enough for anyone or ... Read More
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Could Picky Eating Be Linked to Mental Health Issues? August 4, 2015 . 4 Comments
Many children who are picky eaters will only eat a few foods, and others might insist on eating their preferred foods at almost every meal. Though parents may frequently treat picky ... Read More
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Study Explores Facebook’s Effects on Body Image July 28, 2015 . 6 Comments
Many people experience insecurity regarding their bodies: A survey conducted by REAL magazine found that, of the 5000 British women surveyed, only 3% reported total happiness with their ... Read More
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How a Computer Game Can Help You Lose Weight June 30, 2015 . 3 Comments
When seeking to optimize physical health, many people turn to the gym. Exercise also offers mental health benefits and may even be as effective at treating depression and anxiety as some ... Read More
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Healing from Addiction: 6 Steps on the Road to Recovery June 8, 2015 . 13 Comments
Many people struggle with addictions in today’s stressful society. Drinking and/or using drugs, overeating, sexual compulsions, and gambling are all ways in which individuals attempt ... Read More
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With Loving Eyes: Fostering Your Child’s Positive Body Image April 21, 2015 . 13 Comments
When I was a child, I believed my mom was the most beautiful person in the world. She was just as comfortable wearing lipstick and mascara as she was without makeup at all. My memories ... Read More
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Help! My Insensitive Family Won’t Shut Up about My Weight April 3, 2015 . 12 Comments
Of course you’re not laughing! This all sounds incredibly painful. Ideally, family provide a place of warmth, comfort, and support. It sounds like you feel like you are getting shame ... Read More