Eating Disorders

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Is Shadow Mountain Recovery Closed?

New Mexico Addiction and Treatment Center Closes Its Doors At 4 Locations

Many people in the addiction recovery community have been asking the same question lately - "Is Shadow Mountain Recovery closed"? While it might come as a surprise to many, yes, Shadow Mountain Recovery has stopped operating at four locations. Those...

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How to Help a Loved One With an Eating Disorder

How to Help a Loved One With an Eating Disorder

The Best Way to Offer Support to Someone Struggling With an Eating Disorder

Eating disorders have the highest mortality rates of all mental illnesses. Yes, all mental illnesses! This makes it crucial to talk about them openly. If you are wondering how to help a loved one with an eating disorder,...

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Does Social Media Cause Eating Disorders - Icarus Behavioral Health

Does Social Media Cause Eating Disorders?

The Relationship Between Social Media and Eating Disorders

It's Eating Disorders Awareness Week, and it's time to talk about a major risk factor: social media. One question that has become popular in recent years is: does social media cause eating disorders? Studies suggest that people who spend over 3 hours a...

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Counseling to Heal From Recreational Drug Abuse shows concept of does methadone cause weight gain

Does Methadone Cause Weight Gain?

Participating In Medication Assisted Treatment While Maintaining a Healthy Weight

There’s one issue that is grossly underaddressed in the recovery industry and certainly lacks a voice of guidance with regard to preventative measures. But spend five minutes conversing with clients at a methadone treatment center, and you’ll quickly find out one...

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7 Signs of High Functioning Anxiety

7 Signs of High Functioning Anxiety

Understanding Anxiety Among Professionals and Trauma Survivors

Life can feel out of control when you have high-functioning anxiety or an anxiety disorder with other mental health disorders. You might feel as if you're wearing a mask of calm, with everything appearing to be fine to those around you. But the truth...

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Motivational Interviewing - Stages of Changes

Motivational Interviewing: Stages of Changes

A Look at the 5 Stages of Change Achieved in Treatment at Icarus

Are you struggling and looking for new hope? Have you tried to heal your substance abuse disorder to no avail? If more traditional therapies have not brought you long-term success, please don't give up. The next best move...

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How Much Does IOP Cost With Insurance

How Much Does IOP Cost With Insurance?

Using Health Benefits to Get Outpatient Services Covered at Icarus

When it comes to dealing with an addiction or mental illness, treatment costs shouldn’t prevent you from getting the help you need. However, a 2011 report found that approximately 37% of people who needed rehab couldn’t afford it,...

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Do I Need Residential Eating Disorder Treatment

Do I Need Residential Eating Disorder Treatment?

Get Answers on Seeking Inpatient Rehab for Disordered Eating

"Do I need residential eating disorder treatment?" is a frequently asked question among those with eating disorders. You may not believe that you're "sick enough" to need help, or you may feel intimidated by the thought of attending treatment in a residential...

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ARFID Quiz

ARFID Quiz

Understanding Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder Symptoms

Living with Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) differs from simply being a picky eater. While someone may describe a person's eating habits by saying that they are picky due to ARFID, the condition can come with health complications and significantly impact a person's...

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