You have just eaten, but your stomach is still rumbling? You feel physically full, but the urge to eat remains? Do you have trouble perceiving hunger and satiety correctly? Hunger and satiety in recovery can be a rollercoaster ride and incredibly frustrating. But the good news is, you are not […]
Author: Doreen
reduce screen time – 4 tips to replace time scrolling with self time
In today’s fast-paced digital world, many individuals, particularly the younger demographic, seem to be struggling with the adverse effects of increased screen time. Although several individuals strive to regulate and alter their usage, it may be challenging to disconnect from digital devices. Fortunately, there are practical strategies and tips for […]
Infinite scrolling: How smartphone addiction steals your time
You plan to leave the house in an hour. So, to be sure, you plug in your faithful companion once again. Before you go, you double-check to make sure you have your smartphone with you. Just one more minute until the train arrives. Quickly send a few more snaps. The […]
how social comparison on social media impacts mental-wellbeing
Actually, I’m in the fourth week of my social media detox, and so far I’ve been able to stay strong. Maybe I’ve watched one more video on YouTube than I needed to, or I’ve spent longer than necessary searching for recipes on Pinterest, but I’ve always persisted. No matter how […]
about my Eating disorder recovery account on social media
The topic of discussion, eating disorder recovery account on social media, prompts a moment of reflection on their impact. Personally, I embarked on my own journey and shared it via my Instagram recovery account @doristrendfood for nearly three years, experiencing first-hand the power of connecting with others within the eating […]
understanding eating disorders – which needs does your eating disorder try to fill?
Eating disorders are often a desperate escape from deeper psychological problems. They often try to replace suppressed emotions and needs and thus create a positive feeling for a short time. This is comparable to a drug addiction – someone takes a drug, experiences a pleasant feeling, but this wears off […]
Veganuary 2023 and eating disorder recovery
The Veganuary is a global campaign by an organization of the same name, which wants to encourage people worldwide to try a vegan diet in the first month of the year. The trend is particularly widespread on social media and is putting pressure on non-vegans to go completely vegan for […]
The difference between anorexia and orthorexia (Q&A pt.6)
Anorexia nervosa is a common known term. Although the idea of an emaciated person does not always correspond to reality, we know that anorexia nervosa has to do with restrictive eating. But what is orthorexia? The term was first used in 1998 (anorexia nervosa, although under a different name, was […]