What I Wish I’d Known as a Teenager

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Sexual violence can lead to posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance use disorder, depression, and other trauma-related problems. What I know now: if you have to ask yourself whether sex was consensual, it wasn’t. By definition, the idea of consent means that you would know. What I Wish I’d Known […]

Eating Disorders

Lasting Recovery from Eating Disorders At The Meadows, we believe that lasting recovery from an eating disorder requires addressing not only the symptoms but also understanding the underlying trauma and contributing factors. Our Eating Disorder Program integrates The Meadows Model with trauma-focused care, offering a comprehensive, individualized approach that supports both mental and physical recovery. […]

Excessive Exercising and Eating Disorders

When it comes to exercise, more isn’t always better, especially for those who struggle with eating disorders. Hypergymnasia, exercise bulimia, anorexia athletica, and sports anorexia are all common names for behaviors associated with a compulsive drive to spend an extreme amount of time exercising. It becomes a way for them to control their bodies, their […]