Eating disorders are widely misunderstood illnesses. While this has improved over time as the general public becomes more educated, there are still many misconceptions about eating disorders. This is even more true as you look at the differences between some of the more commonly discussed...
Binge-Eating Disorder (BED) is one of the newest official diagnoses listed in the DSM-V - the big reference book of diagnostic criteria used in the US. Specifically, the DSM defines Binge-eating disorder as the presence of "recurrent episodes [of] binge eating that must occur, on...
In the latest edition of the DSM-V-TR, the big book of mental health diagnoses that we use in the US, is a relatively new eating disorder diagnosis. Avoidant-Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), is an eating disorder that is characterized by a very strict, rigid, and...
At Dovetail Counseling Group, we often see how perfectionism can complicate the journey to recovery from an eating disorder. The drive for perfection is a common trait among those struggling with eating disorders, and it can create significant obstacles in the recovery process. Understanding why...
At Dovetail Counseling Group, we understand that the journey to recovery from an eating disorder is complex and deeply personal. While the path to healing is unique for everyone, there are common challenges that individuals with eating disorders often encounter during their recovery process. Recognizing...
