The holiday season is a time of celebration, connection, and tradition, but for many, it’s also a time filled with complex feelings around food. Whether it’s the abundance of treats at family gatherings, the societal pressure to look a certain way, or the heightened emotions that often accompany the season, food can become a source…
When someone is struggling with an eating disorder, their battle is often invisible, yet deeply painful. The mental and emotional toll of conditions like anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder can be immense, but the challenges are frequently compounded by well-meaning but unhelpful comments from friends, family, and even strangers. These comments, while often intended…
It all starts out with a seemingly benign desire to be ‘healthy’, cut out food dyes, pay more attention to multisyllabic food ingredients that look suspicious, and lessen the consumption of seed oils. Sometimes, though, those behaviors take a sharp turn down a dangerous road. When someone starts to eliminate an entire food group or…
Codependency is a term often used to describe a dysfunctional relationship dynamic where one person sacrifices their own needs, feelings, and well-being to meet the needs of someone else. While the term “codependency” was originally coined to describe the behaviors of individuals in relationships with those struggling with substance use, it has since evolved to…
Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT) is an innovative therapeutic approach designed to address emotional and behavioral dysregulation. Developed by Dr. Thomas R. Lynch, this therapy expands upon the principles of traditional Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), focusing particularly on issues related to openness, flexibility, and social connectedness. This blog post will explore the core tenets…
When it comes to eating disorders, we often think of conditions like anorexia or bulimia. There is another disorder that is less well-known, yet just as impactful: Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, or ARFID. This condition can be particularly concerning when it affects children, as it can interfere with their growth, development, and overall well-being. What…
At Lift, we recognize that understanding the nuances of an individual’s mental health, cognitive abilities, and personality is essential for effective treatment and long-term planning. That’s why our Lift Assessment is a comprehensive process designed to provide diagnostic clarity, guide treatment, and support discharge or future planning. What Does the Lift Assessment Include? Our assessment…
You may have heard the terms disordered eating and eating disorders used interchangeably. However, they represent different concepts. Understanding these differences and similarities is crucial for recognizing the signs and symptoms, as well as knowing how to approach treatment. This blog post will explore the distinctions between disordered eating and eating disorders, outline their signs…
Intrusive thoughts are sudden, involuntary thoughts, images, or ideas that seem to appear out of nowhere, often leaving you feeling unsettled or anxious. These thoughts can be disturbing or distressing because they typically go against your core values, morals, or desires. They might range from harmless and fleeting worries to more intense, troubling scenarios, and…
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