DR MARIANNE MILLER
CARING EATING DISORDER TREATMENT IN SAN DIEGO AND THROUGHOUT CALIFORNIA, TEXAS, AND WASHINGTON D.C. FOR ADULTS & TEENS
ARFID and Anorexia: Can They Co-Exist?
When thinking about eating disorders in San Diego, Los Angeles, and NYC, anorexia nervosa and ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) often come to mind. Both types of eating disorders involve avoiding or limiting food, but for very different reasons. So, is it possible to experience both at the same time? Let’s take a look at how these conditions might overlap.
The Gut-Brain Connection: How Digestion Affects Mood, Behavior, and Mental Health
Hey there, recovery warriors! 🌟 Ever felt like your gut was sending you signals, but you weren’t quite sure what it was trying to say? Well, buckle up because today we’re diving into an incredibly exciting topic: The Gut-Brain Connection! 🎉 That’s right—your gut and brain are chatting away, influencing everything from your mood to your behavior. Let’s unravel this mystery and discover how your digestive health can make or break your day!
Top 5 Common Myths About Binge Eating Disorder—Busted!
Whether you live in California, Texas, or Manchester, UK, binge eating disorder (BED) is a real deal, and it’s often surrounded by myths that need a serious reality check! Ready to bust some common misconceptions and set the record straight? Let’s dive in and clear up these myths with a splash of fun! You might have heard a lot of chatter about BED—some of it true, and some of it, well, not so much. From thinking it's just about overeating to believing it only affects certain people, there are plenty of myths out there that can make understanding this disorder a bit tricky. Don’t worry—we’re here to separate fact from fiction and shine a light on the truth! So no matter whether you struggle with binge eating in San Diego, Dallas, NYC, or London, UK, get comfy, because we’re about to bust five of the biggest myths about binge eating disorder. Whether you’re looking to learn more for yourself or to support someone you care about, this is your go-to guide for getting the facts straight. Let’s get started!
Understanding ARFID in Adults: How It Differs from ARFID in Childhood
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) often emerges in the context of children and adolescents, but it’s a condition that can persist into adulthood—or even begin later in life. Although the core features of ARFID remain consistent, the way it manifests in adults can differ significantly from how it appears in younger individuals. Let’s delve into what ARFID looks like in adults and how it can vary from its presentation in children.
Navigating Higher Levels of Care for Eating Disorder Treatment: Pros and Cons
When living in places like Austin, Washington D.C., and San Diego, dealing with eating disorders like binge eating, ARFID, anorexia, and bulimia, the severity of the condition often dictates the type of treatment required. For many, standard outpatient care may not be sufficient, and a higher level of care becomes necessary. Higher levels of care, including partial hospitalization programs (PHP), intensive outpatient programs (IOP), and residential treatment, offer more structured and intensive treatment options. Each comes, however, with its own set of advantages and challenges. In this blog post, we’ll explore the pros and cons of these higher levels of care to help you make informed decisions about eating disorder treatment options in California, Texas, New York, and elsewhere.
Intuitive Eating vs. Mechanical Eating: Can They Co-Exist?
In the ever-evolving world of nutrition and wellness, two approaches to eating stand out for their contrasting philosophies: intuitive eating and mechanical eating. Intuitive eating promotes listening to your body’s natural hunger and fullness cues, focusing on self-trust and personal satisfaction. It rejects traditional dieting and rigid food rules, advocating for a flexible, individualized relationship with food. On the other hand, mechanical eating emphasizes structured, scheduled meals and snacks, often used in the early stages of eating disorder recovery to stabilize eating patterns and regulate metabolism. But can these two seemingly opposing approaches truly coexist?
Creating a Supportive Mealtime for Individuals Dealing with ARFID
Navigating ARFID? You're not alone. Discover expert guidance and support for families living with Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder. Learn practical strategies, coping mechanisms, and create a nurturing environment for your loved one. Let Dr. Marianne Miller, an ARFID therapist, be your trusted companion on this journey.
An Open Letter to Parents of Teens and Young Adults With ARFID in 2024
This blog post is an open letter to parents with kids with ARFID (avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder). Whether your child is young, a teen, or even a young adult, it’s important to know the complexities of ARFID and acknowledge the difficulties that all eating disorders have on the family system. Regardless of whether you live in San Diego, California, in NYC, or in London, UK, finding the right ARFID help is key.
Leaning Into Deep Self-Love to Level Up Your Recovery From Binge Eating, Bulimia, and ARFID.
As an eating disorder therapist and a binge eating and ARFID coach in San Diego, California, I've been thinking a lot about the role of love and how love can drive many things in our lives. We can feel love for others, so we hug them and tell them and show them how much we care. We can feel love for pets, and so we feed them and play and snuggle with them. We love our special interests (Star Wars for me!) so we spend time and money on them and talk about them a lot.