CHICAGO (WLS) -- It's back to school season, and sometimes that stress can lead students to develop eating disorders. More than 30 million people in the U.S. will suffer from an eating disorder. Up to ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Maybe you stock up on ice cream after a difficult day at work or reach for chocolate after a disagreement with your partner.

The holiday season can feel endlessly stressful and overwhelming when you’re navigating eating disorder recovery. With disrupted routines, abundant food, and social pressures, you may feel like you’re ...

As a high school freshman, Alexa Larson’s every thought was occupied by her weight. “I didn’t have time for friends. I didn’t have time for activities,” Larson said. “I didn’t really have any goals in ...

Eating disorders represent one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions affecting millions of people across all demographics. While many assume these complex conditions stem from simple ...

You look amazing. Have you lost weight?' This common compliment may reinforce stigma and complicate eating disorder recovery.

While the concept of eating disorders has become more broadly discussed over the last few years, less is understood about the psychology behind them — namely, what is happening inside the brain of a ...

You may not have heard of orthorexia, but you’ve probably seen it. It’s an eating disorder that’s characterized as an obsession with only consuming “healthy” foods—and it’s on the rise, says Sadi Fox, ...

One eating disorder is becoming increasingly prevalent. Though it didn’t even have a name as early as 10 years ago, ARFID—which stands for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder—has seen a 200 ...

Trying to be healthy should help, not hurt. Experts told Newsweek, when good habits go too far, they can contribute to anxiety.