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Opinion
Eating Disorders Are More Common Than You Think

Misconceptions can pose barriers to screening and treatment

Feb 15, 2023
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Genetic Links Found Between Endometriosis and Psychiatric Disorders

Association evident even after adjusting for comorbidities and chronic pain, study showed

Jan 18, 2023
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Cosmetic Surgery Goes Viral

Cosmetic surgery on social media is a "double-edged sword," says Charlotte Markey, PhD

Dec 29, 2022
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Opinion
Taylor Swift, Lizzo, and Others Are Changing the Messaging on Mental Health

Amanda Calhoun, MD, MPH, explains how providers can use celebs to connect with patients

Nov 17, 2022
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Opinion
It's Time to Retire BMI as a Clinical Metric

An undue focus on weight can lead to patient distrust and delayed care

Oct 19, 2022
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Opinion
'There Is Something Wrong With My Body'

Failing to practice weight neutral care can trigger distress or disordered behaviors in patients

Jun 11, 2022
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COVID Secondary Brain Changes; Screening Normal-Weight People for Eating Disorders

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Mar 19, 2022
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USPSTF: Data Isn't There to Back Broad Screening for Eating Disorders

But lack of firm recommendation shouldn't be "misconstrued," experts say

Mar 15, 2022
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Opinion
Obesity Is a Disease, Recognize It as Such

Failure to recognize this has led to delays in prevention, treatment, and policy change

Jul 18, 2021
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Tooth Loss and Dementia; The Cost of Schizophrenia; Tarantula Venom for Pain?

News and commentary from the psychiatry world

Jul 14, 2021
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The Mental Health Toll of Not Matching

Reports of suicides and unprecedented social media dialogue have turned a spotlight on the issue

Jul 07, 2021
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Opinion
What's Driving Eating Disorders in Trans Patients?

Proper care begins with understanding

Jul 03, 2021
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Suicidality in Black Youth; Win for Schizo Agent; COVID Leaves Teens Hopeless

News and commentary from the psychiatry world

Jun 30, 2021
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Most Patients With Obesity Face Stigma From Doctors Too

Families were another potentially harmful source of weight-based body shaming

Jun 01, 2021
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