Is OA for You?
Copy of Overeaters Anonymous "15 Questions" and a means of exploring the possibilities OA has to offer. |
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Long Term Recovery from an Eating Disorder
Article explores the chronic nature of eating disorders and the need for ongoing support to establish a foothold in recovery and maintain a remission from them. |
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Brain Chemistry and Anorexia
The article reviews the more recent research showing an association between the neurotransmitter dopamine and it's possible causative role with restricting types of eating disorders. |
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Similarities among the Eating Disorders
Article reviews the common ground all eating disorders share with one another from an addictions perspective. |
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A Guide to Eating Disorders Recovery
A newly released guidebook to eating disorders recovery being utilized at Milestones is currently available free of cost for those wishing to receive a copy in pdf format. Simply email us with your request at the link below to request a copy. |
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The Secret to Recovery
The article tells a brief story of the author's experience as an intern several years ago. It brings to light the notion of there being no "secret," quick fix, or magic to recovery from an eating disorder. |
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Insurance Coverage for Eating Disorders
The article discusses some of the nuances and challenges with trying to understand insurance coverage and benefits related to the treatment of eating disorders. |
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Eating Disorders - Is it All about Weight?
The article is the second in a series about the implied assumptions regarding eating disorders. It suggests an alternative model or perspective when thinking of the true nature of an eating disorder. |
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Treating Eating disorders: The First Assumption
Article addresses the first in a series of assumptions regarding treatment considerations and concepts. The concept of "letting go of control" is discussed. |
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Eating Disorders Treatment with Co-Occurring Diagnoses
Article discussed the most common co-occurring issues common to eating disorders diagnoses. Components of positive treatment outcomes are addressed. |
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Body Image, Body Dysmorphia and Eating Disorders
The article explores some of the elements inherent with disturbed body image and body dysmorphic disorders among those suffering with an eating disorder. |
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Self Diagnosis: Do I have an Eating Disorder?
The article reviews the American Psychiatric Association's selected criteria for dependency [aka addiction]. The author speculates the same criteria may be used to determine whether an individual suffering from Anorexia, Bulimia, or Binge Eating Disorder |
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Gastric By-Pass Surgery and Substance Dependency
Evidence suggesting a relationship between the late onset of substance dependency among patients that have undergone gastric by-pass surgery. Appears to support the notion of cross-addiction and the addictive nature of many eating disorders vis-a-vis find |
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Night Eating Syndrome: Reasearch Study
St. Louis University is currently seeking volunteers for a study of Night Eating Syndrome. Below is an article appearing in a news release from the AP regarding the request and study. |
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Anorexia and Bulimia: The Effects on Your Teeth
The article below is taken from a British newspaper and written by Audrey Plessis. It outlines both the dental problems created or exacerbated by eating disorders as well as provides some guidance as to what to do to minimize the damage until you are able |
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Winning the Fight Over Binge Eating
The article written by Jacequeline Sahlberg gives an excellent description of Binge Eating Disorder and the benefits of support groups such as OA [Overeaters Anonymous] as a tool in the recovery process. |
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"Signs and Symptoms:" - Binge Eating Disorder
Binge Eating Disorder [BED], aka Compulsive Overeating, has recently been recognized by the American Psychiatric Association as a legitimate illness/disease. Below is a list of characteristics and symptoms often associated by BED /COE. The article also su |
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Eating Disorders in Later Life
Taken from the recent edition of the International Journal of Eating Disorders, this article describes the prevalence of eating disorders among women older women. The article was originally written by Brenda Goodman, MA for the journal and appeared also o |
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Mortality Risks with Eating Disorders
The following is taken from an article reviewing some of the highlights concerning eating disorders at the recent proceedings at the annual meeting in Philadelphia of the American Psychiatric Association....The article was written by Heidi Dalzell |
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11th Annual Milestones Eating Disorder Recovery Retreat
Milestones in association with Renaissance Nutrition Center will again be hosting our annual Eating Disorder / Food Addiction Weekend Recovery Retreat the weekend of April 27th - 29th, 2012 in Ocean City, N.J. |
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Updated Research on the Addictive Aspects of Eating Disorders
Copy of an exhaustive summary of the most current research regarding the biological and psychological aspects of "Food Addiction" - Highlights the elements and dynamics of high glycemic foods and it's addictive effects on many people with eating disorders |
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Eating Disorders and "Cross-Addictions"
Below is an article replicated from a summary of the evidence supporting the addiction model and cross addiction phenomenon |
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Fatty Foods, Addiction, and Chemistry
Reprint from the NY Times |
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Anorexics and Bulimics Anonymous [ABA] On-Line Meetings
The enclosed link will bring you to the on-line meeting schedule and phone list for the ABA [12-Step] support groups. It will also share links to explain the organization, how it functions, and what it offers for those with an eating disorder. |
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Addiction, A Brain Disesae - Including Eating Disorders
Mounting research over the past decade demonstrates the brain chemistry and dynamics all addictions [including eating disorders] have in common. |
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"I'll Quit Tomorrow" - Dealing with Co-Existing "Addictions"
A copy of a recent article written for "Addictionland" and addressing the phenomena of denial and procrastination as it relates to getting help with an eating disorder as well as any other co-occurring addiction. |
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Easting Disorder Recovery Retreat
Milestones and Renaissance Nutrition Center are hosting a weekend retreat May 20th-22nd in Cape May, N.J. |
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Conference - Food Addiction
The Society of Food Addiction Professionals will be hosting a 3-day conference in Houston this January, 2011... |
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What defines an Eating Disorder as an Addiction
Discussion of the American Psychiatric Association's criteria for substance dependency and addiction |
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Compulsive Overeating and Brain Chemistry
A reply to a question about how long someone needs to stay with a sugar-free or low glycemic food plan.... |
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Dopamine D2 Receptors and Eating Disorders
A recent flurry of research has demonstrated the addiction-like reward deficits (in the brain) - specifically a reduction in dopamine receptors - may explain the overeating behavior seen among many people with an eating disorder. |
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Anorexia Nervosa: Descriprtion
Anorexia Nervosa - Signs and Symptoms |
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What is Compulsive Overeating?
Some facts and a description of Compulsive Overeating... |
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Defining Bulimia
The following is a brief description of Bulimia and some statistics regarding incidence.... |
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B.E.D.
Binge Eating Disorder will officially be recognized by the American Psychiatric and Psychological Associations as an illness eligible for insurance reimbursement. What is binge eating disorder is dicussed below... |
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ABC NEWS Nightline - Food Addiction and Eating Disorders
ABC News has produced a program featuring one of the participants at Milestones prior to her establishing recovery from her eating disorder. |
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Group and Event Schedule 2010-2011
The following is a schedule of upcoming events and support groups sponsored by Milestones. All events are open to Milestones Alumni as well as anyone who may be interested in attending. |
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Milestones Eating Disorders Program on Facebook
Milestones Eating Disorders Program Facebook Pages |
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The Four Attributes of a Healthy Relationship
Defining what a "healthy" relationship is... |
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Dual Diagnosis and Eating Disorders
What does a "Dual Diagnosis" with an Eating Disorder mean? |
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Basics Of Recovery - S.E.R.F.
Basic Elements of Eating Disorder Treatment |
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On-Line Resources and Information Sites
On-line Information and Treatment Resources |
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Binge Drinking and Eating Disorders
"Drunkorexia"- Bulimia and Binge Drinking |
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Milestones Alumni Site
Alumni Page on Facebook |
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Milestones Yearly Retreat in Cape May and Upcoming events
Relevant Websites for Eating Disorders and Recovery |
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Chemical Dependency and Eating Disorders
What's the relationship between eating disorders and chemical dependencies? |
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On-Going Workshops. Events, and Support Groups
Milestones In Recovery sponsors on-going eating disorder support groups and workshops... |
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