The first step to helping someone who is struggling with anorexia is to understand that it is a complex condition and should be handled sensitively. Just telling someone to “eat more” isn’t the answer.
One of the best ways to help someone who is struggling with anorexia is to provide ongoing support. When speaking with someone that is struggling with anorexia or any eating disorder for that matter, it's important to have conversations in private and be patient if your friend and/or loved one responds with denial.
Some tactics to avoid include:
Mentioning their weight
Forcing them into therapy
Shaming them
It’s also helpful to encourage this person to seek professional help if they seem open to it.
The holidays are right around the corner and many of us are thinking about how to not gain those extra pounds. However, it's not just our weight we should be worried about — we should also focus on keeping our gut healthy this holiday season. Our gut does much more than digest food — it also has an important immune function. Keep your digestive tract strong and healthy for the holidays and new year by following these 5 easy tips:
Anger is a normal human emotion, but if it’s frequent or intense it can harm your physical and mental health and damage your relationships. Learn ways to stay calm and keep anger from escalating.
If you've never had an online psychiatry visit before, you might have some questions about how the process works. Dr. Churi, Amwell’s staff psychiatrist, shares answers and helpful information about telepsychiatry.
A first-time appointment with a therapist can cause a little nervousness – and children and teens are no exception. Here are some tips to help you prepare your child for their first session.
Depression is more than "feeling down" or " feeling blue." When you’re depressed, you may find it hard to simply "let go" or "snap out of it." Depression is very common.
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