What does it mean to navigate through Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)? BDD is a condition that may influence the amount of times a person view themselves in the mirror but almost as if they have on a distorted lens of themselves. By definition, BDD is a condition that may cause Read more…
Binge eating is one disorder that can result to eating food on an ongoing basis and the loss of control of self-discipline and regulation without any form of purging. A deep description of both disorders will lead to ways to support individuals on this journey.. Traumatic exposure is more common Read more…
It is extremely rare for the main root of eating disorders to be unuusal eating habits. Eating disorders are often not about food but rather emotional pain residue of trauma or internal discomfort with self. · The cause can be unknown trauma or unresolved trauma. It is important to acknowledge Read more…
The words that we speak to ourselves and others matter. It is especially important to speak life–giving words to children and youth survivors of sexual abuse. How often do we hear words that spark us back to life? Do we believe that we are valuable, worthy, and loved even when Read more…
Why is it important to understand the impact of sexual abuse on children and youth? The World Health Organization (WHO) defines childhood sexual abuse as the involvement of a child in sexual activity that he or she does not fully understand.” (WHO, 1999). Childhood sexual abuse may also include indirect Read more…